Export Purchasing Buyer

Molex is currently seeking a Buyer to join our team in Caldwell, Idaho. The Buyer role reports to the Materials Manager, working externally with our suppliers and vendors and internally with different departments. The Buyer will create value by being a key negotiator, responsible for the procurement and inventory control of domestic and imported raw materials used in the manufacturing process. Our facility produces a low volume/high mix niche product that will require the procurement of differing materials.

Molex is a global team of innovators who design and create solutions for businesses where data, technology and the complex electronic solutions that harness them are being transformed by rapid change. We are part of a team around the globe working to improve life's essential products like food, clothing, water, transportation, medical and technology. The company makes products ranging from interconnect components to collimators to complex fiber optic assemblies used in a wide range of industries. This Molex facility works with custom fiber optic assemblies, and bundles for industrial and medical applications.

Investigate, evaluate and approve suppliers to deliver products and raw materials that meet our requirements

Work internally with manufacturing and engineering and externally with suppliers to generate cost reductions on materials; negotiate price and delivery with suppliers

Maintain source and information records for the inventory of parts

Understand, support and contribute to the organization's Total Quality Management (TQM), and applicable FDA and International Standards Organization (ISO) requirements

Experience purchasing materials in an Inventory or Manufacturing environment

Three (3) years or more experience purchasing materials for a production environment

Bachelors Degree

Experience with international suppliers

Export Compliance
S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.

We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.