Job Description

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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 Purpose:
The Senior Buyer will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services to meet the organisation's operational needs. A proactive approach with strong negotiation skills and a keen eye for market trends, is required to contribute to our strategic procurement objectives and drive cost-effective solutions. It is a fast-paced, growth environment that requires optimisation of supply chain efficiency. The Buyer will assist with a wide range of duties within the Purchasing function.
Key Responsibilities:Coordinate Purchase Requisitions, Raise Purchase Orders and monitor supplier delivery dates. Communicate any risks/issues to the Procurement Lead and work to resolve Expedite urgent and outstanding orders to support Production and ensure Delivery target of >98% is achieved. Develop effective relations with Teledyne CML Composites suppliers, partners and stakeholders Responsibility for all purchasing projects as required and identified by the Procurement Manager, including for site services, Production Composites Materials, Machined metallics & other general commodity's on an international supply chain. Purchasing goods and services at the best Cost/Quality/Lead Time. All admin duties arising from the above including; accurate maintenance of computer files, filing of quotes and purchase order duplicates, up to date records of NDA/SDR and Vendor Assessments Provide weekly task report to Procurement Manager Assist Procurement Lead in developing suitable supplier relationships and reducing inventory Take part in NPI activities for new projects Identify and deliver cost saving projects across direct and indirect spend Support new development projects and ongoing business growth. Other duties as required, including: + Comply fully with internal and external quality Audits
+ Be responsible for the wellbeing and Health & Safety of fellow workers
+ Work within the guidelines set out in the Teledyne CML Composites works procedure manual and the Teledyne CML Composites Quality Procedure Manual
+ Contribute to future growth and profitability of Teledyne CML Composites


Qualifications & Experience:Essential + Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
+ Knowledge of MRP systems
+ CIPS/Degree in relevant subject
Desirable + Experience of Aerospace and/or Composites industry
+ Composite Raw Material


Behavioural Competencies:Hardworking, enthusiastic, flexible team player, who is also able to use their own initiative


Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
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