Elbit America, Inc.
Charleston, SC, USA
Summary of Responsibilities Job Summary: The Buyer I evaluates requisitions for nonstandard custom items, conferring with technical personnel on specifications and possible alternatives; determines the best sources of supply; awards purchase orders; works with supplier regarding all material deliveries and then works with departments to complete purchases in accordance with company and government regulations. Responsibilities and Tasks Determine best sources of supply from knowledge of supply base, product performance and capabilities. Obtain quotes from suppliers negotiating for optimum pricing, quality, delivery schedule and terms and conditions. Maintain and utilize commodity knowledge and market conditions to reduce component pricing. Establish preferred suppliers and initiate expectations and activities to enable cost reduction from the suppliers. Work with respective material planner to identify cost reduction opportunities from the future...