Be visionaryTeledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.  Job Description  Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to acquire inventory and/or MRO and Capital equipment in a cost effective and timely manner. Acquires and maintains technical understanding of products purchased. Performs cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities. Obtains materials, components, equipment and services. Develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are inadequate. Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure highest quality at best value. May recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis, alternative sourcing and vendor evaluation criteria. Working environment is general office.Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Purchasing responsibilities include, but not limited to, items in these areas: Mechanical; Optics; Electronics; Computers; Software; Raw Materials; MRO supplies; Services; Lab supplies; Capital equipment; Initiate and manage major sub-contractors.</li><li>Negotiates with suppliers for cost savings</li><li>Completes accurate and timely data entry of purchase orders</li><li>Generates and qualifies new suppliers through surveys and on-site visits, domestic and international</li><li> Maintains Active Supplier List (ASL)</li><li> Expedites and coordinates critical deliveries, emergency requisitions, and quotes  Acts an interface between Supplier and internal departments regarding orders</li><li>Tracks and communicates order status</li><li>Coordinates with Receiving to solve material discrepancies</li><li>Works closely with the Accounting to solve invoice discrepancies</li><li>Obtains RMA’s for return products and generate shippers</li><li>Prints MRP requisitions daily</li><li>Reviews daily planning/MRP activity to facilitate order processing.</li></ul>Core Competencies:<ul><li>Strong Attention to Detail is required when performing tasks such as; solving material or invoice discrepancies, and entering Purchase Orders.</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Teamwork skills are required to effectively serve internal and external customers and interface with various support groups to establish priorities and achieve results.</li><li>Strong Communication skills are essential to communicate with internal and external Customers, Reps, Vendors and other Indigo departments. High degree of accuracy in written and verbal correspondence is required.</li><li>Nurturing new and existing Supplier Relationships is critical to develop confidence, trust and long-term relationships.</li><li>Desire to pursue educational opportunities to continuously learn new approaches, tools and methodologies to stay abreast in the Procurement field is important.</li><li>Decision Making and Problem Solving abilities when faced with problems, are essential to consistently identify and evaluate alternatives, risks and consequences prior to making decisions.</li><li>Must have flexibility to achieve desired performance results and adapt to changing requirements, special assignments and workload reprioritization.</li><li>Strong Organization, Planning &amp; Execution skills are required to develop, plan and maintain schedules and maximize productivity.</li><li>Negotiation Skills are required to effectively coordinate the negotiation of the price, delivery, and other terms and conditions.</li></ul>Education, Experience and Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree with business emphasis</li><li>Minimum 8 years of procurement experience, preferably in a high-tech, electronics manufacturing environment</li><li>Strong Computer Skills - Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook &amp; MRP Databases</li><li>Knowledge of Purchasing, Planning and Scheduling processes and procedures</li><li> Knowledge of JIT manufacturing</li><li>Knowledge of MRP Systems; must have experience using SAP</li><li>Knowledge of ISO 9001 policies and procedures</li><li>Demonstrated experience in procurement of mechanical commodities</li><li>Professional certification or designation in NAPM or APICS preferred</li><li>Ability to read and understand blueprints/technical drawings and specifications desired</li><li>Previous experience with international sourcing/procurement desired</li><li>Strong Organization, Planning &amp; Execution skills to develop, plan and maintain schedules and maximize productivity required</li><li>Negotiation Skills to effectively coordinate the negotiation of the price, delivery, and other terms and conditions required.</li><li>U.S. Citizen or valid Permanent Resident ("Green Card") status required.</li></ul>  Salary Range: $96,200.00-$128,300.000Pay TransparencyThe anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​

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Be visionaryTeledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.&nbsp;&nbsp;Job Description&nbsp;&nbsp;Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to acquire inventory and/or MRO and Capital equipment in a cost effective and timely manner. Acquires and maintains technical understanding of products purchased. Performs cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities. Obtains materials, components, equipment and services. Develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are inadequate. Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure highest quality at best value. May recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis, alternative sourcing and vendor evaluation criteria. Working environment is general office.Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Purchasing responsibilities include, but not limited to, items in these areas: Mechanical; Optics; Electronics; Computers; Software; Raw Materials; MRO supplies; Services; Lab supplies; Capital equipment; Initiate and manage major sub-contractors.</li><li>Negotiates with suppliers for cost savings</li><li>Completes accurate and timely data entry of purchase orders</li><li>Generates and qualifies new suppliers through surveys and on-site visits, domestic and international</li><li>&nbsp;Maintains Active Supplier List (ASL)</li><li>&nbsp;Expedites and coordinates critical deliveries, emergency requisitions, and quotes &nbsp;Acts an interface between Supplier and internal departments regarding orders</li><li>Tracks and communicates order status</li><li>Coordinates with Receiving to solve material discrepancies</li><li>Works closely with the Accounting to solve invoice discrepancies</li><li>Obtains RMA’s for return products and generate shippers</li><li>Prints MRP requisitions daily</li><li>Reviews daily planning/MRP activity to facilitate order processing.</li></ul>Core Competencies:<ul><li>Strong Attention to Detail is required when performing tasks such as; solving material or invoice discrepancies, and entering Purchase Orders.</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Teamwork skills are required to effectively serve internal and external customers and interface with various support groups to establish priorities and achieve results.</li><li>Strong Communication skills are essential to communicate with internal and external Customers, Reps, Vendors and other Indigo departments. High degree of accuracy in written and verbal correspondence is required.</li><li>Nurturing new and existing Supplier Relationships is critical to develop confidence, trust and long-term relationships.</li><li>Desire to pursue educational opportunities to continuously learn new approaches, tools and methodologies to stay abreast in the Procurement field is important.</li><li>Decision Making and Problem Solving abilities when faced with problems, are essential to consistently identify and evaluate alternatives, risks and consequences prior to making decisions.</li><li>Must have flexibility to achieve desired performance results and adapt to changing requirements, special assignments and workload reprioritization.</li><li>Strong Organization, Planning &amp; Execution skills are required to develop, plan and maintain schedules and maximize productivity.</li><li>Negotiation Skills are required to effectively coordinate the negotiation of the price, delivery, and other terms and conditions.</li></ul>Education, Experience and Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree with business emphasis</li><li>Minimum 8 years of procurement experience, preferably in a high-tech, electronics manufacturing environment</li><li>Strong Computer Skills - Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook &amp; MRP Databases</li><li>Knowledge of Purchasing, Planning and Scheduling processes and procedures</li><li>&nbsp;Knowledge of JIT manufacturing</li><li>Knowledge of MRP Systems; must have experience using SAP</li><li>Knowledge of ISO 9001 policies and procedures</li><li>Demonstrated experience in procurement of mechanical commodities</li><li>Professional certification or designation in NAPM or APICS preferred</li><li>Ability to read and understand blueprints/technical drawings and specifications desired</li><li>Previous experience with international sourcing/procurement desired</li><li>Strong Organization, Planning &amp; Execution skills to develop, plan and maintain schedules and maximize productivity required</li><li>Negotiation Skills to effectively coordinate the negotiation of the price, delivery, and other terms and conditions required.</li><li>U.S. Citizen or valid Permanent Resident ("Green Card") status required.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Salary Range: $96,200.00-$128,300.000Pay TransparencyThe anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​

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