Associate Buyer Electronic Components

Superior Quality Manufacturing LLC (SQM) is a manufacturing subsidiary of INIT Innovations in Transportation, Inc., an established and industry-leading group developing advanced fleet management systems for public transit.

Job Responsibilities:


* Stay updated on market trends, pricing variations, and industry practices to implement strategic procurement decisions.


* Identify, select and manage suppliers based on performance, cost, quality, and delivery considerations.


* Implement benchmarks to assist in measuring the quality and performance of products, services and processes.


* Negotiate contracts, pricing and terms with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable conditions aligning with SQM’s objectives, and optimization of procurement conditions.


* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and vendors.


* Process orders, monitor delivery dates and orders to ensure products and services meet the required standards, perform follow-ups, and maintain records.


* Reduce excess and obsolete inventory.


* Resolve any issues and disputes regarding delivery, price discrepancies, quality or other concerns.


* Assist in the preparation of reports, documents and master data maintenance.


* Ensure proper documentation, record keeping, filing of purchase orders, invoices, and other related documents.


* Material costing and price structure analysis.


* Customs, imports (in cooperation with the Foreign Trade Commissioner), Incoterms.

Experience and Skills:


* Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement or related field of study required OR relevant experience which would fulfill the required knowledge, skills and successful performance of the job.


* 2-5 years’ purchasing experience in the electronics components field required.


* Expertise with MS Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and an aptitude for learning new software and systems.


* Knowledge of the material field of electronics and mechanics.


* Ability to communicate confidently and effectively. 


* Flexible team player who is willing to adapt to change. 


* Proven analytical ability.


* Self-motivated and results-oriented, including ability to prioritize multiple requests.


* Strong conflict resolution skills to address and resolve issues with suppliers and vendors.


* Excellent decision-making, critical thinking and negotiation skills.


* ERP software knowledge preferred.


* Knowledge of German is a plus.

Work location: This position is based out of our North American headquarters in Chesapeake, Virginia.

About INIT:

INIT provides sophisticated Intelligent Transportation Systems for Public Transit Authorities, including Fleet Management, Real-time Passenger Information and Fare Collection Solutions.

INIT employs over 1,000 staff members around the world with a strong focus on IT and engineering.

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