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Teledyne 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
Teledyne Relays (a business unit of Teledyne Defense Electronics, LLC) is a manufacturer of Electromechanical Relays, Solid State Relays, Power Controllers, RF COAX Switches and RF Matrix switching systems. The primary manufacturing facilities are located in the United States and Mexico. We are a vertically orientated manufacturing and design company with major operations in Southern California.
Teledyne Relays’ mission, vision, and value statements have never really changed in principle since 1963. Dedication to every employee and client’s success; Innovation that matters - for our company and for the world; Trust and personal responsibility in all relationships – Teledyne Relays is EveryWhereYouLook!
The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, supplies, and equipment necessary for the manufacturing process. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products to meet production schedules.
Key Responsibilities:
Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers. Negotiate contracts and terms to secure the best prices and delivery schedules.
Purchasing: Place orders for materials, supplies, and equipment based on production needs and inventory levels. Ensure all purchases comply with company standards and specifications.
Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excesses. Coordinate with the warehouse and production teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
Quality Assurance: Ensure that all purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications. Address any issues with suppliers promptly.
Cost Management: Track and manage purchasing budgets. Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance. Prepare reports and analyses as required.
Collaboration: Work closely with production, engineering, and finance teams to align purchasing activities with company goals and production schedules.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Teledyne Relays requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check and pass a drug screen prior to employment.
Due to the type of work at the facility and certain access restrictions, successful applicants must be a "US Person" (US Citizens, US Nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees or refugees).
Please note the salary range posted is a general guideline for this job level and location. When extending an offer, a variety of factors are considered such as responsibilities of the position, relevant education and experience, certifications, knowledge and skills.
Salary Range:
Pay Transparency
The 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 conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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.