Overview The Teledyne FLIR Bozeman operations is a leading manufacturer of Laser Systems. Our products are vital components in the defense, high end commercial, and commercial industries. We are looking for a highly organized and motivated Buyer/Planner to join the Materials department. The Buyer/Planner will purchase goods, materials, and components in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets. This individual will be planning and scheduling production for assigned finished products.Primary Duties & Responsibilities Source components with approved suppliers for productionWork with suppliers on scheduling to support production requirementsGenerate Purchase Orders & Requisitions for open requirementsWork with suppliers with on time delivery, quality and cost objectivesProvide analysis of costing against cost targetsPerform cost reduction activities in order to maintain budgets and/or reduce costsPrepare reports and updates as neededResolve shipment and invoice discrepanciesCreate production orders through the production cycleWork closely with Sr. Planner to evaluate production for assigned productsEvaluate and track completion dates for completed systems to maintain on-time customer deliveriesEnsure accuracy of data in SAP and data entry as requiredAssist in shipping and/or receiving functions as a secondary activityJob Qualifications High School Degree/GED required2+ years of relevant experience in either a buyer/planner role or a procurement/materials sourcing roleSAP experience preferredProblem solving skills in relation to sourcing issues in order to support production requirementsStrong time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational skillsSelf-motivated, ability to work both independently and within a teamExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with people professionallyApplicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.About Teledyne FLIR Defense Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting-edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better.We\'re looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries. If you're mission-driven to globally collaborate on solutions that can change the battlefield and save lives, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.#J-18808-Ljbffr