Buyer

• Create error-free high volume purchase orders up to authorized limits for raw materials, parts, subassemblies, finished goods, equipment, tooling, supplies, and/or services from suppliers in support of internal customer requirements • Review and negotiate standard contract terms, coordinate with legal counsel where necessary to finalize contracts and statements of work • Identify the best value supplier by issuing requests for quote and analyzing responses from suppliers • Set up terms and accounts with new suppliers and complete data entry necessary to onboard the supplier into CFS systems • Review and manage open orders with suppliers to ensure product arrives as expected • Resolve invoice issues and ensure that vendors are paid on time • Adhere to all supply chain policies, procedures, guidelines and instructions including those regarding the procurement of materials, intellectual property, and export compliance • Purchase from both MRP and project/purchase requests under departmental guidelines • Provide constant, clear, and timely updates to internal customers

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or other related fields • 0-2 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain or related role • Ability to communicate with internal engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers in a collaborative way • Ability to negotiate simple contracts • Organizational and project management skills • Customer service mindset and entrepreneurial spirit • Exceptional creative problem solving and critical thinking skills • Demonstrate integrity, respect, attention to detail, collaboration, creativity and agility • Ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic environment • Perform activities such as typing and sitting, for extended periods of time • Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics • Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call