Teledyne MEC

Manufacturing

Buyer

$63–84k Rancho Cordova, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.

The Brief

“Buyer at Teledyne MEC. Skills: Procurement, Supply chain, Negotiation. Procure materials, components, and subassemblies. Evaluate pricing, specifications, and delivery”

Industry & Context.

Manufacturing

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3–5 years procurement experience, 3–5 years supply chain experience, Manufacturing environment experience, Understanding of MRP/ERP systems, Understanding of supply/demand planning, Ability to read engineering drawings, Ability to interpret technical specifications, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Must be a U. S. Person

Nice to Have

Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, BS degree in Business, BS degree in Logistics, BS degree in Supply Chain Management

What You'll Do.

Manage purchase orders in MRP system

Negotiate with suppliers

Monitor supplier performance

Collaborate to improve metrics

Research potential new suppliers

Evaluate potential new suppliers

Work closely with Engineering

Work closely with Quality

Work closely with Production

Work closely with Stockroom teams

Ensure on-time material availability

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Engineering teams; Quality teams; Production teams; Stockroom teams

Full Job Description

**Be visionary** Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​ We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. **Job Description** **Join a team powering advanced technology.** Teledyne MEC, part of Teledyne Microwave Solutions, is a leader in microwave electronics specializing in high-performance Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs), TWT Amplifiers (TWTAs), and Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs). With over 50 years of experience, we support critical missions across aerospace, defense, and communications. If you’re detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced procurement environment, this role is for you. ### What you’ll do * Procure materials, components, and subassemblies for manufacturing saleable products * Evaluate pricing, specifications, and delivery schedules; place and manage purchase orders in the MRP system * Negotiate with suppliers to ensure cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality and delivery standards * Monitor supplier performance and collaborate to improve quality, cost, and delivery metrics * Research and evaluate potential new suppliers for parts and services * Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Stockroom teams to ensure on-time material availability ### What you need * 3–5 years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment (required) * Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and supply/demand planning (required) * Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills (required) * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specific

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