Jr. Buyer

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. ​ We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Summary Evaluates, selects, places, and expedites assigned procurement contracts or portions of a procurement contract of high complexity, diversification or expense.   Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise. At this level, tasks and assignments tend to be complex, non-routine and/or require a greater level of expertise and duties are performed under very limited supervision. May coordinate activities of other personnel. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Coordinates all activities related to procurement of a commodity beginning with intent to purchase through delivery. Analyzes the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date commodity is needed. Solicits and evaluates proposals for the requested commodity. Investigates and/or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements. Advises team members or management on the appropriate supplier to be used. Negotiates the lowest possible cost for the commodity balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs. Implements purchase contracts that comply with company and government regulations. Assures that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company. Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records. Coordinates appropriate methods needed to distribute commodity in a cost-effective manner. Daily availability to include evenings and weekends when necessary to reach goals and deadlines.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities but may provide technical leadership to lower-level buyers including carrying out lead responsibilities in accordance with applicable regulations and laws and the organization’s policies and procedures.  This includes, but is not limited to training employees, planning, assigning, directing work and resolving technically related work problems. Competencies                                                To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Project Management - Communicates changes and progress. Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities. Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments. Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively. Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and