Buyer III Job Frederick area,Maryland USA,Supply Chain/Logistics

Job Title

Buyer

Company Background

Epiq Solutions develops cutting-edge software-defined radio (SDR) products and processing solutions to enable spectrum dominance for maritime, land, air, and space domains. With 15 years serving government and commercial enterprise customers and 25K+ devices fielded to date, Epiq Solutions is a trusted partner with a proven heritage of delivering open architecture products in radically small form factors where time-to-market, cost, and performance are critical for mission success.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to procure materials, electronic components, printed circuit boards and assemblies (PCBs/PCAs), services, as well as manage subcontracted work supporting production and engineering programs.

Job Responsibilities

Order and plan the procurement of parts using an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and contractual provisions.

Manage material requirements.

Maintain an in-depth understanding of ERP data, including bills of materials (BOMs).

Manage suppliers to reduce costs, improve quality, control inventory, and ensure timely flow of materials.

Collaborate with engineering, quality, program management, manufacturing, and finance teams to meet program objectives.

Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with material shortages, supplier capacity constraints, and end-of-life (EOL) or obsolete components.

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials.

Evaluate supplier capabilities, capacity, quality performance, and financial stability.

Identify alternate sources to mitigate supply chain risks.

Lead supplier selection activities and competitive bidding processes.

Issue and manage purchase orders and subcontracts.

Resolve shortages, quality concerns, and supplier escalations.

Support new product introductions and engineering development projects.

Conduct supplier performance reviews.

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Develop and execute material lifecycle strategies, including last-time buys, alternate sourcing, redesign support, and inventory planning.

Collaborate with engineering, program management, and suppliers to identify replacement parts and maintain compliance with contract and technical requirements.

Required Skills

5+ years of supply chain and procurement experience, ideally within the electronics or high-tech manufacturing industry
Associate degree or higher preferred
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
Demonstrated teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills
Knowledge of materials management and supply chain fundamentals
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and with limited supervision
Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification is a plus
Knowledge of government property requirements, contract flow-down clauses, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and subcontract administration
Ability to interpret contracts and technical drawings
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience supporting engineering development and prototype builds
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and inventory management software
Experience with Epicor Kinetic preferred
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to learn and support cross-functional responsibilities
U.S. Citizenship required due to federal contract requirements

Benefits

Join a successful and growing company investing in our future success
Generous paid leave
Paid five-week sabbatical every five years
401(k) company match at 100% of first 6% of salary
Health, dental, vision insurance
Life, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Wellness reimbursement
Charitable giving company match
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and performance
Fun, laid-back culture and rewarding work!

Company Policy

Epiq Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information (including family medical history), or status as a protected veteran.