Prototype Buyer

Purpose:

Supports Engineering and the Prototype Lab in achieving on-time delivery of prototype assemblies and components to customers. Procures assemblies, components, equipment, tools, fixtures, and supplies needed for Engineering and prototype lab builds.

Key Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):

• Prepare component quote packages for Supplier quotes
• Expedite and track components from Mando’s plants and outside Suppliers to meet completion dates
• Escalate issues when required
• Track and approve Supplier Incoming Requirements (SIR) documents from Supplier prior to shipment
• Manage component procurement of assembly of build kits
• Expedite activities and purchase items at various vendors to meet project timelines. This includes ordering parts for prototype builds, as well as miscellaneous MRO items for engineers to support prototype activities.
• Searches for and suggests new suppliers
• Analyzes RFQ responses, negotiates pricing and makes sourcing recommendations
• Write memos for internal approval.
• Track orders and maintain products in inventory.
• Maintain appropriate document records to meet IATF16949 and customer quality audits.
• Record and maintain inventory of quantity, type of materials, parts received and distributed, through use of HM PES computer database.
• Manage Kanban System for maintaining component inventories.
• Confer with supervisors/engineers to determine overdue materials and parts and inform supervisors/engineers about the status of the product – predict and manage risk independently
• Remain in contact with the Program Manager and Prototype Manager to make sure that the project is running smoothly according to schedule and that there will be no issue to operation schedules
• Frequently checks with the suppliers to ensure that delivery will be possible on the agreed date.
• Must be ready to solve problems and issues. Must always have a contingency plan available.
• Back-up Shipping/Receiving Expeditor, as required or on vacation
• Participate in program status meetings

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Four-year technical degree or bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) preferred.
• Knowledge of problem-solving methods.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize daily work schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Organizational and multitasking skills; attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills for working with suppliers, engineers, and project stakeholders.

Legal Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age due to federal labor law requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent work in an office setting, with occasional access to shop floor.
• Rare exposure to workplace hazards and to environmentally or safety-regulated work.
• Occasional use of stairs or travel across uneven surfaces.
• Constant use of computers and office equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant sitting and occasional walking.
• Rare lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of items weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Constant keyboarding.
• Constant visual, verbal communication, and hearing demands.

Remote Work: At Management’s discretion and according to company policy.

Compensation and Benefits: Competitive Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes health, dental & vision insurance, life insurance and other supplemental benefits, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: HL Mando is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability status.