Buyer

Trust Automation, a company well-rooted in San Luis Obispo for over 30 years with a start-up vibe is looking for a Buyer to add to our team of engineers, technicians, and professionals. Trust Automation, designs, engineers, manufactures and supports control and power management systems for the most demanding defense, semiconductor, and industrial automation technologies. We are looking for an individual that is motivated by team success, is detail oriented, a clear communicator, and able to adapt to new processes and procedures.

What’s Cool About This Job:

You love problem solving, organization and communication along with directly contributing to Trust Automation's success by representing Trust Automation as the prime point of contact for purchase orders and suppliers. Also, if you love a good game of foosball, ping-pong or pinball you have come to the right place. Gaming not your jam? Join our lunch time walking crew after indulging in one of our monthly company wide brunches or after you hit up the Friday donut bar to celebrate another fantastic week here at Trust!  

What You Will Do:

The Buyer will perform procurement duties in support of business operations across multiple product lines. This position is responsible for negotiating prices, price/cost analysis, and compliant procurement documentation required by AS9100 standards, Trust Automation policies and procedures, and industry best practices. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the procurement and management of purchase orders for custom fabricated components, printed circuit board fabrication, consignment assembly, turnkey contract manufacturing, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) parts, custom electronic components, and vendor managed inventory (VMI). This position reports directly to the Materials Manager.

Other activities include: 

• Managing complex purchase orders, including those with custom specification and/or statement of work (SOW) driven requirements.
• Prepare and release RFQ, receive and analyze quotes, negotiate contracts including price, schedule, and terms in accordance with quality and delivery requirements driven through the ERP system.
• Select from approved suppliers, document agreements, and administer resulting PO through invoice activity.
• Negotiate modifications to POs, develop positive working relationships, and interface with suppliers via phone, email, or personal visits as required. 
• Communicate forecast to suppliers and confirm and/or expedite material deliveries as driven through the ERP system to support on time delivery requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships and communicate performance via supplier score card.
• Maintain integrity of ERP planning data to include real-time updates of lead time, price preferred suppliers, and make recommendations for shelf stock requirements and batching.
• Participate in change control processes including but not limited to internal and external design change requirements, identifying alternate sources of supply, supplier status, and mitigation management of component obsolescence. 
• Assist Quality in coordinating non-conforming product activity and their disposition with suppliers.

What You Need For This Position:

• College degree in business administration with concentration in supply chain management, engineering, finance or business analytics
• Cross-functional knowledge of supplier quality, manufacturing, and engineering as they relate to procurement
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; be able to prioritize tasks and effectively communicate priorities
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task
• Problem solving/critical thinking as well as data analytics skills
• High level of personal accountability
• Professional written and verbal communication with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both as an individual contributor with minimal supervision or in a team environment
• Experience working with an ERP system, PO documentation, and terms and conditions
• Effective use of Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Combination of education and experience a plus.

Things You Will Love About Trust Automation:

• Competitive and comprehensive total benefits package
• Fully paid employee health, dental, vision and life insurance  
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Profit sharing, 401k retirement plan with employer contribution
• Trust Café with snacks and drinks galore
• Forget DoorDash delivery fees, we have onsite lunch options! 
• Onsite childcare (infant to age 5)
• Innovative wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuous learning culture

Pay/Salary Information

Salary range for this position is $67,000 to $77,000 annually

To Apply:

It seems like no matter how many talented, enthusiastic people we bring in, our company just keeps growing. So if you’re ready to join a company full of creative, motivated people making cool things, apply at www.trustautomation.com

Physical Demands:  

Trust Automation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and or veteran status.   

Additional:

• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder')
• This position requires successfully passing a background check prior to the first day of employment
• Trust Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We participate in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States