Title Senior Buyer Department Supply Chain Reports to Director of Supply Chain SEE YOUR CAREER THROUGH A NEW LENS WITH RPO! RPO is a global leader in precision optics, optical components and assemblies. We specialize in a full spectrum of products & services including – Design and Engineering, Systems Integration, Lens Assembly, Visible and Infrared Components, Glass and Plastic Molded Aspheres in addition to Thin Film Coating. As one of the fastest growing companies in Rochester, RPO offers exciting career paths and work on market-leading programs. See below one of many career opportunities to join to RPO team! Job Summary: This position reports directly to the Director of Supply Chain. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to drive cost reductions through negotiations and skillful coordination with the suppliers. This position will serve as the Senior Buyer with focus on optical glass, machined components, as well as some MRO/indirect purchases and outside coating services. Summary of Essential Job Duties: + Must have a proven track record of successful supplier negotiations in both COST and LEAD TIME + Measurement of PPV, cost avoidance + Ability to Quote projects, programs, or commodity purchases with little to no oversight + Ensure that parts, services, and material request are purchased at the best total cost of ownership + Ensure that the Net Terms are negotiated to achieve company objectives. + Continuously seek out new ways to improve the purchasing process + Ability to propose new suppliers and develop supporting data to drive change + Ability to drive inventory turns through Supply Chain best practices + Track and monitor supplier’s On Time Delivery (OTD) + Ability to analyze and predict shortages, implement process to mitigate the shortages, and drive results to ensure no future shortages + Monitors, analyzes, and reports on material variances to RPO’s costing structure + Works with Production, Machine Shop, Finance, and Engineering to establish proper costing Qualifications and Competencies: Knowledge & Skills: + Working knowledge of ITAR and DFARS preferred + Training – to include OJT – in contact negotiations + Knowledge and understanding of basic accounting practices + Computer skills in: Excel, Word, ERP systems (Epicore preferred), and other basic software applications + Mathematical Skills + Ability to apply and manipulate intermediate level mathematics and statistics Requirements and Competencies: Language Skills: + Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents. + Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management. Educational Requirements: + Bachelors’ degree, or higher - preferred, in the areas of: + Purchasing + Business Management + Economics + 5-7 years’ experience purchasing optical components and sub-assemblies preferred + Five (5) or more years in commodity management or strategic purchasing + Three (3) years or more working with Defense Contractors; preferred Mathematical Skills: + Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts. Additional Requirements: + Pursuant to ITAR, EAR, and other export compliance laws and regulations, applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons as defined by U.S. law, i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents ("Green Card" holders), persons granted refugee status or asylum status in the United States, or temporary residents granted amnesty. Environment & Physical Demands: Professional office environment with routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machine; noise level typical of a standard office environment Prolonged sitting, computer and telephone use, as well as standing, filing, bending, reaching and lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds Occasional exposure to manufacturing plant floor requiring the use of personal protective equipment (ear plugs, safety glasses, etc.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Travel: This position may require a minimal amount of travel (Domestic) – 10% or less per year Compensation & Benefits: RPO offers highly competitive, total compensation packages linked directly to employee’s professional experience. RPO’s benefits include: Tuition Reimbursement Program, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 9 paid holidays, generous paid vacation and sick time and a 401(k) plan after a 60-day waiting period. Additionally, we work a 4/10 work week that provides for every Friday as a non-work day. Disclaimer: This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Rochester Precision Optics is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.