Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Job Description

US Citizenship is required for this position. We are unable to hire Green Card Holders, individuals who need a work visa, are currently on a work visa, or individuals who will require work visa sponsorship in the future.

The Teledyne FLIR - Bozeman operations is a leading manufacturer of Laser Systems. Our products are vital components in the defense, high end commercial, and commercial industries. We are looking for a highly organized and motivated Buyer to join the Materials department. The Buyer will purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets.

• Source components with approved suppliers for production
• Work with suppliers on scheduling to support production requirements
• Generate Purchase Orders & Requisition s for open requirements
• Work with suppliers with on time delivery, quality and cost objectives
• Provide analysis of costing against cost targets
• Perform cost reduction activities in order to maintain budgets and/or reduce costs
• Prepare reports and updates as needed
• Resolve shipment and invoice discrepancies
• Ensure accuracy of data in SAP and data entry as required

• High School Degree / GED required
• 2+ years of relevant experience in either a buyer/planner role or a procurement/materials sourcing role preferred
• SAP experience preferred
• Knowledge in sourcing precision machined parts a plus
• Problem solving skills in relation to sourcing issues in order to support production requirements
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated, ability to work both independently and within a team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with people professionally

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.