Job Title: Buyer III

Department: Purchasing

Reports To: Director of Supply Chain

Location: Chandler, AZ

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company that provides terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors across the U.S. and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world's most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please refer to www.comtech.com.

We are looking for curious, growth-minded thinkers to help us shape our vision, structures, and systems; play a key role as we embark on our ambitious future. If you're invigorated by our mission, our values, and our drive to change the world, we'd love for you to apply.

Responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes utilizing methods such as data analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, and Demand Flow Technology. Engage with R&D at early design stages to define the manufacturing process in parallel to product development: (process flow, tools, fixtures, documentation)

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

Comtech is looking for a Buyer for an onsite role in Chandler. The Buyer I will be responsible for managing assigned categories and negotiating contracts/agreements, pricing, terms, and conditions. We need a sharp and motivated individual ready to help this growing business unit source parts at the best price/value, while ensuring quality, on-time delivery, and adherence to customer, government, and compliance requirements, such as FARs and DFARs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with other departments and leadership on requirements for equipment, materials, services, etc.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships
• Strategic sourcing and risk mitigation
• Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids
• Resolve issues, focus on on-time delivery, negotiate material costs with suppliers and contractors
• Maintain and/or help implement purchasing systems. Support CPSR (Contractor Purchasing System Review), DCAA audits/reviews, and other compliance requirements.
• Initiate requests for quotes (RFQ), places POs and select best suppliers based price, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Acts as the company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers
• Evaluates excess inventory and obsolete parts
• Supports material planning for the development and production programs
• Administers Small Business/Individual Small Business Programs.
• Prepares and processes purchase orders for goods and services
• Track and maintain Change Orders.
• Process non-conforming material requests (NCMR) and RMA requests with vendors in a timely manner.
• Expedite orders in accordance with changes in schedule.
• Maintain records in accordance with contractual requirements and company policies.
• Assist with internal and external company audits and perform suppliers’ surveys and audits as appropriate.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• A leader that manages and is accountable for assigned goods and services
• Establishes good relationships with internal and external stakeholders, customers and suppliers

Skills:

• Able to excel in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Knowledgeable with FAR/DFAR
• Able to manage time effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office, MRP/ERP system
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint desired, but not required.

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business Administration, Supply Chain or Finance
• 3+ years of experience
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, candidate must have;
• An Associate’s degree plus 6 years of recent specialized experience, OR;
• A major certification plus 8 years of recent specialized experience, OR;
• 10 years of recent specialized experience.

About

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. 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 protected veteran status.