Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist

Job Category: Logistics

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a talented Purchasing Specialist to join our SA Photonics division in Los Gatos, CA.
The Purchasing Specialist will work cross functionally with the materials and supply chain team to execute purchasing functions to support the production schedule. This individual will work with the Buyers and Inventory Control to assist in completing transactions required to receive materials into the ERP system.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for material purchasing functions for new and existing products within a Tier 1 ERP system.
• Expedite material as needed to support the production schedule of products, assemblies, and subassemblies through close coordination with Program Management and Manufacturing.
• Work directly with materials and manufacturing personnel to communicate procurement delivery schedules along with real and potential shortages.
• Point of contact for master data set up within the ERP system for purchasing parameters.
• Work closely with CACI Commodity and Procurement leaders to determine optimal inventory levels and order quantities.
• Review Purchase orders, requisitions and quotes for applicability, correctness, compliance.
• Track and report on Vendor performance metrics.
• Assist with evaluation, auditing and management of new and existing sources of supply.
• Travel to other CACI or Supplier sites as necessary.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Experience in materials planning, scheduling, sourcing or procurement in a production environment.
• Product lifecycle experience in manufacturing and PLM database knowledge desirable.
• Understanding of engineering and manufacturing bills of material and drawings, BOM structures, manufacturing test and quality control processes.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of MRP purchasing, Outlook and Excel (vlookup, pivot tables) including spreadsheet creation, calculation and reporting.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems.

Desired:

• Degree in in Supply Chain, Engineering or similar technical field is preferred.
• Ability to manage and exceed at delivering on multiple high priority tasks.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Strong oral verbal and written communications skills.
• Adaptable to growth and continually evolving requirements.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer com