Buyer

Description

At Microwave Techniques, we don’t just make components—we enable breakthroughs. 

With facilities in Gorham, ME, Nashua, NH, and Hamburg, Germany, we are a global leader in high-power RF technology. Our solutions drive progress in scientific research, high-energy physics, national labs, defense, medical, and industrial applications. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with innovators worldwide to deliver state-of-the-art RF components that power particle accelerators, fusion research, and advanced radar systems.

Our Gorham, ME location is looking to add a Buyer to the team. This role is responsible for the procurement of goods and services, and the assurance of cost efficiency and quality standards. 

What We Offer

· Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.

· 401(k) with employer match.

· Paid time off, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

· Professional development and training opportunities.

· A collaborative culture where your ideas shape the future of RF technology.

What You’ll Do:

· Comply purchasing policies and processes. 

· Examines bids and makes awards when applicable. 

· Checks requisitions for appropriate approval and cost center. 

· Works closely with receiving department to ensure proper supplies arrived.

· Traces delinquent arrivals from purchase orders.

· Follows Company policies, applicable laws and regulations.

· Review and ensure appropriate levels of inventory prior to issuing PO’s.

· Assists Senior Buyer in identifying opportunities to decrease costs, ensuring communication with engineering to evaluate feasibility.

· Work with quality sending out self-assessments and site visits for vendors.

· Responsible for contributing to a safe work environment and reporting any safety hazards.

· Ensure communication and collaboration with pertinent individuals and departments.

· Sharing relative insight and input for continuous improvement and creating efficiencies on work related topics and workplace safety.

· Data entry with strong attention to detail ensuring data integrity.

· Manage data within the company’s ERP system and Microsoft office suite.

· Support production department to meet business needs.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain regular work hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. 
• Ability to stand, kneel and sit for long periods of time. 
• Operates a computer, and telephone requiring hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity. 
• Routinely communicates face-to-face and in writing, requiring strong communication and interpersonal skills.        
• Physical surroundings require occasional exposure to elements such as noise, heat, cold.

Pay Range: $26.00-$28.00/hr.