Buyer (Monday-Friday 8A-5P)
Description
Who We Are
At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
nLIGHT is seeking two Buyers with experience in purchasing to Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement requirements.
As a Buyer you will develop, implement, and maintain a commodity sourcing and inventory strategy that supports a company's supply chain goals and objectives. A successful candidate will be able to perform procurement activities across multiple commodities and services, develop and maintain business relationships with suppliers, and optimized total cost.
Responsibilities include:
- Initiates/analyze quotations and proposals in accordance with program requirements.
- Prepare and place purchase orders, manage several suppliers/components, and ensure product is delivered on time and meets quality standards.
- Monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
- Support internal proposal reviews, fact-findings and requests for information responses, audits, and customer negotiations.
- Support Price/Cost Analysis of Subcontractor Proposals and ensure compliance to sector and FAR requirements and policies.
- Works with internal customers to ensure specifications are appropriate for the services or products required.
- Identifies opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through targeted negotiations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year university (in supply chain management, engineering, or related field preferred)
- 3+ years’ experience in purchasing, or supply chain management.
- Knowledge of FAR/ DFAR acquisition procedures and requirements
- Familiarity with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
- Works positively in a high-energy and fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, highly organized, able to deal with ambiguous requirements.
- Communicates quickly and thoughtfully through integrated team structures.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a best-in-class customer service mindset.
- Expertise using software like Excel to perform data analysis.
- Ability to read technical drawings and documents.
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay rate is based on qualifications
- Buyer I - $25.00 to $30.00 per hour
- Buyer II - $31.00 to $38.00 per hour
Other Compensation and Benefits
- Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
- 120 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
- Tuition Assistance
- Pet Insurance
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or [email protected].
E-Verify Participation:
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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