Buyer - Electronics Components
EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for an Buyer - Electronics Components in our Hughes Network Systems division to support Manufacturing Operations. This position will be located our office in Germantown, MD.
Responsibilities
EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for an Buyer - Electronics Components in our Hughes Network Systems division to support Manufacturing Operations. This position will be located our office in Germantown, MD.
Responsibilities
- Source and obtain direct materials, components, equipment, and services to support the manufacturing requirements while achieving the lowest cost of ownership, quality, and service.
- Engage with Hughes Design Engineering to review the project requirements and down select potential suppliers based on capabilities.
- Analyze MRP/ERP Reports to make sourcing decisions based on supplier capability, lead time, usage and material availability.
- Issue Purchase Orders to suppliers and ensure delivery compliant with the need dates and procurement specifications.
- Continuously acquire and maintain technical and cost driver knowledge of products purchased.
- Coordinate purchasing activities with managers and engineering departments to ensure quality inventory and schedule goals are met.
- Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and on-site visits as appropriate.
- Negotiate contacts for material and equipment purchases in a cost-effective and timely manner.
- Communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with internal and external customers.
- Provide interactive link between corporate logistics, procurement, internal, external customers and suppliers.
- Bachelor of Science in either Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- 2+ years of procurement experience
- Minor or other focus in Supply Chain
- Strong PC skills.
- Experience with SAP is preferred.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written is a must.
- Previous engineering experience, preferably in a direct materials manufacturing environment.
EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!
- Financial: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability
- Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)
- Employee Incentives: Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet
- Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Seniority level
Entry level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain -
Industries
Telecommunications
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