Position Summary: The Buyer position requires a talented, entrepreneurial, and driven individual who strives to source and purchase components using the most modern and cost-competitive options available. This role reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager. Position Responsibilities: Sources within commodity strategies to ensure cost, quality and delivery targets are achieved Supports product development team through on-time sourcing Achieves best in class pricing and builds supplier relationships through fact-based negotiation Manages Procurement team’s deliverables for select program launches Coordinates activities involved with procuring goods, such as raw materials, tools, parts and supplies to support the company’s needs Maintains and improves departmental procedures Collaborates with suppliers and cross-functional colleagues to determine the root cause of supply disruptions and implement appropriate corrective actions Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university in a related field of study 3-7 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment; electronics background desirable Experience in applying analytical skills to negotiate successfully with supplier Demonstrate ability to take the initiative in a dynamic, cross-functional environment Experience sourcing products in Asia a plus Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office products as well as ERP systems Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate with all levels inside and outside of the organization The base pay hiring rate expected for this position is: $49,300 - $63,200. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and document. Analyze and solve problems with patience and ability to manage stress. Observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills. Benefits and Perks: Methode offers US employees Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life & Disability insurance, a wellness program, and time off benefits. Voluntary benefit plans include Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance. Methode provides an Employee Assistance Program, and participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan which includes a company contribution. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (708) 867-6777 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Methode Electronics is a leading developer of custom-engineered and application-specific products and solutions utilizing the latest technologies. From magnetic signature sensing of mechanical and electrical properties to the revolutionary solid-state touch sensitive switches used in today's appliances and automobiles, Methode's extensive toolbox of technical solutions help our customers differentiate their products. Our regional design and customer support centers, coupled with manufacturing campuses in the Americas, Europe, and Asia allow Methode to bring a total business solution to customers worldwide. We leverage the talents of our over 5,000 employees to serve a diversified group of customers in four market areas: User Interfaces, Sensor and Switches, Power and Data. Methode helps customers win in their end markets by providing an unmatched combination of customer focus, differentiated technology, problem solving and world-class manufacturing.

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