Purchasing Agent

About TTM

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology solutions including engineered systems, radio frequency ("RF") components and RF microwave / microelectronic assemblies, and quick-turn and technologically advanced printed circuit boards ("PCBs"). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop manufacturing services enable customers to shorten the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

Scope

Manage supplier sources for specific commodities & / or production programs. Review and act upon material requirements by negotiating pricing and delivery while ensuring a positive supplier relationship with the supply base. Ability to work with Product Line Managers to negotiate contracts with Suppliers that will meet cost and delivery needs of TTM. Forecast and manage inventory to the appropriate levels based on established goals and organizational objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Place orders for assigned commodities.
• Enter purchase order information into the management information system.
• Print purchase orders and obtain signatures for high dollar purchases.
• Negotiate purchase order prices and terms and conditions to meet cost saving targets.
• Monitor inventory levels of assigned commodities to minimize inventory levels.
• Follow up on delivery commitments obtained from suppliers.
• Expedite material deliveries for production shortages or production schedule changes.
• Obtain price quotes from suppliers for new programs.
• Provide delivery status to production for open purchases orders.
• Inform suppliers of schedule changes in a timely manner.
• Communicate engineering changes to suppliers in a timely manner.
• Review supplier statement of work (SOW) documents
• Participate in supplier manufacturing readiness reviews (MRR) audits
• Conduct obsolescent material review meetings to identify and acquire hard to find components.
• Lead cross functional team to review and determine disposition of slow moving and obsolete material.
• Prepare & negotiate long term pricing agreements with preferred suppliers.
• Identify critical links in assigned commodity supply chains. Implement process improvements to strengthen weak links in those supply chains.
• Contribute to department cost savings initiatives.
• Work to develop customer relationships through collaboration, respect, professionalism, trust and integrity.
• Listen to and understand customer requirements and take prompt, appropriate action that exceeds expectations.
• Take personal ownership of internal and external customer issues and follow through to ensure a lasting service impression.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.
• Required to execute the department's inventory reduction initiatives

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Education and Experience

Education : Bachelor Degree in Business, Finance or related equivalent technical degree preferred

Experience : 3-5 years of procurement / buying experience in a related industry

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Compensation and Benefits

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire. For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.

Compensation ranges for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At TTM Technologies, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on each individual set of circumstances. A reasonable estimate of the current range is :

$62,990 - $104,983

Additional compensation : An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment. Positions hired for alternative shift may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.