Senior Buyer - 174

Full Time
On-Site

Everett, WA, USA

Posted 16 days ago

What You Will Do

The Senior Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of materials, components, and supplies to support production and ensure seamless supply chain operations. This role involves strategic supplier relationship management, negotiation of key contracts, and proactive risk mitigation strategies to address supply chain challenges. The Senior Buyer will also provide leadership in implementing supply chain initiatives and best practices while ensuring compliance with supplier agreements and regulatory requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships, including negotiating pricing, contracts, and service agreements.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with company goals and ensure supply chain stability.

  • Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service capabilities, ensuring adherence to approved supplier lists.

  • Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and industry developments to identify risks and opportunities.

  • Oversee procurement activities, including issuing and managing purchase orders, maintaining MRP/ERP system requirements, and expediting deliveries to resolve shortages.

  • Analyze and optimize inventory levels to balance cost efficiency and production requirements.

  • Lead initiatives to address part shortages, implement root cause corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.

  • Serve as the primary point of escalation for complex supply chain issues and supplier negotiations.

  • Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain, including cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and compliance with company standards.

  • Mentor and guide junior buyers, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.

  • Manage Material Review Board (MRB) and Return to Vendor (RTV) processes while ensuring timely resolutions.

  • Collaborate with engineering and demand planning teams to address changes, maintain MRP accuracy, and communicate updates to suppliers.

Preferred Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Operations or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

  • 5+ years of industry-related experience within Purchasing and Supply Chain, preferably in a senior or leadership role.

  • Demonstrated expertise in supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing, and contract management.

  • Strong knowledge of ERP and MRP systems, with hands-on experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.

Specialized Skills and Abilities:

  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.

  • Proficient in ERP systems, MS Office Suite, and other supply chain-related tools.

  • Self-motivated, team-oriented leader with the ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range: Please note the typical hiring range is $85,000 - $130,000 annually. Job offers within the range are based on significant job qualifications and pay equity.

Company Description:

Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

This position requires access to export control information. To conform to US Export Control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the US Government.

Korry Electronics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, medical condition, national origin, marital status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, childbirth, genetic information, or military and veteran status.

Thank you for your interest in Korry Electronics!

Our company culture is focused around ownership, transparency, process improvement and trust & respect. We are looking for talented people (like you!) to lead our business to the next level while giving you the opportunity to develop your own career.

We have been at the forefront of the aviation industry since the beginning, creating the first lighted cockpit controls for the military and commercial aircraft industry. The Korry product team continues this tradition as it develops the crew station of the future, providing state-of-the-art switches, cockpit controls, high-performance displays, and night-vision filters.  We are passionate about what we do. For more information, please visit www.korry.com.

Join the Korry team and find out why this is such a great place to spend your career!

Korry Electronics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, medical condition, national origin, marital status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, childbirth, genetic information, or military and veteran status.