IPG Photonics

Senior Buyer (Metal Fabrication/Machining)

4 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationMinneapolis/Minnesota
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 25-138

      Description

      IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 25 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

      Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

      Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

      IPG Purchasing procures from an international base of suppliers to meet capital equipment customer requirements. The Senior Buyer is responsible for developing sources and executing material delivery to support the current manufacturing plan.

      Duties:

      * Plans and purchases components and services to MRP generated demand
      * Expedites components and materials to meet production schedules for customer orders
      * Purchases MRO items from requisition based demand to support operations
      * Develops and maintains purchasing procedures to support quality standards and ISO9000 practices
      * Works with engineering and quality assurance to develop new vendors to support company growth, quality, and capacity objectives
      * Negotiates contracts and administers a cost reduction program
      * Participates in periodic MRB meetings
      * Maintains ERP database with supplier and customs compliance data

      Qualifications

      * Degree in business or a technical field with 5+ years' purchasing experience
      * Negotiation skills
      * International purchasing and importing logistics experience including understanding of INCOTERMS
      * Extensive knowledge of electronics supply chain, machining operations and sheet metal fabrication appropriate to the capital equipment industry* Computer literacy -- competence with MS Office modules and past experience working with ERP systems
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  • About the company

      IPG Photonics manufactures high-performance fiber lasers, amplifiers, and laser systems for diverse applications and industries. Discover your solution.

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