vdl
Technical Buyer
Flowery Branch, Georgia
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
ExcelSupply ChainLogisticsProcess ImprovementProcurementERPGD&TMedical DevicesCommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office
About the role
- The Technical Buyer, within the Operations department, serves as a key link between Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and the suppliers.
- Review and interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and manufacturability considerations.
- Ensure accurate and reliable data management within the production control and ERP systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with domestic and international suppliers, including performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead supplier negotiations related to pricing, contracts, lead times, and technical capabilities.
- Drive supplier performance improvements through close collaboration with Engineering, Production, Logistics, and Quality to achieve optimal technical and commercial outcomes.
- Analyze market trends and supplier data to support strategic procurement decisions.
- Prepare, manage, and maintain supplier contracts and pricing agreements.
- Utilize key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive supplier performance improvements and cost optimization.
- Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives within VDL Industries Gainesville.
Requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times (e.g., files, office equipment).
- Ability to move around the facility and occasionally visit production areas, which may include walking and standing.
- Must be able to concentrate and remain focused in an open office environment with potential distractions.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing technologies, including machining, sheet metal fabrication, assembly processes, and product testing and qualification.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to follow safety procedures, work instructions, and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
- Required Skills and Abilities:
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Skills
- Solid knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) with experience using inspection tools and measurement gauges.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows environments and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001-based Quality Management Systems (QMS).
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