Purchasing Buyer, Senior

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.

The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring goods and services-such as raw materials, tools, and electronic components-to support manufacturing operations. This role involves planning purchases, resolving part shortages, negotiating vendor contracts, and driving cost and vendor reductions. The position supports engineering during product development and manages procurement through ERP systems, particularly Microsoft AX. Manage Suppliers in all aspects of Supply Chain including quality, on time delivery, scheduling, inventory management, and contract negotiation.
Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality, and delivery performance.
Work closely with the production team to align procurement activities with production schedules and ensure the timely availability of necessary raw materials.
Proactively resolve production part shortages to maintain uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers who can provide the necessary commodities at the best quality, price, and delivery terms.
Negotiate with suppliers and find ways to reduce costs without jeopardizing the quality and delivery of the components.
Responsible for various reporting and follow up including Open Purchase Orders, Late Purchase Orders, Delivery Schedules, Inventory Coverage, and Supplier On Time Performance.
Perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures.
Bachelor's degree prefers with a minimum of 7-10 years of sourcing experience.
experience with Microsoft AX is a strong plus.
Assist with the continuous improvement of procurement and compliance related policies, forms, and training materials.
Mentor and provide guidance and support to junior members of the purchasing team.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams required.

PHYSICAL & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements of the position require the ability to sit at a computer workstation for an extended period of time with repetitive utilization of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and desk phone.
The position will require up to 20% travel, potentially including international travel, for supplier visits and other business-related support activities.

Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.
Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.