The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, verifying, and purchasing electronic components based on order details or project needs.  He / She will contribute to supply chain strategizing and ensure that project/order objectives are met. 

Essential Functions  

• Sourcing and procurement; experience required in purchasing electronic components and commodities (memory/storage/CPU)
• Identification and qualification of potential suppliers
• Identification of qualified materials using online, internal and external sources
• Relationship development and management of new and existing suppliers
• Support customer development activity
• Market analysis of commodity trends, costs, and target customers
• Purchase order placement, management and order expediting
• Assists in the development and implementation of procurement and supply chain strategies
• Meet objectives and KPIs as directed
• Special projects as assigned 

• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to read, write correspondence, and communicate with all members of the organizations, customers, and vendors (internal and external) in a clear, easily understood manner in English
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills; ability to perform intermediate level mathematics such as calculating discounts, percentages, budgets, etc.
• Experience outsourcing new vendors overseas
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work under pressure and effectively manage stress
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills 
• Demonstrated ability to respond appropriately and professionally to customers, colleagues, or direct reports in situations of conflict
• Flexibility – overtime may be required evenings and weekends