Purchasing/Materials Manager

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Teledyne Relays (a business unit of Teledyne Defense Electronics, LLC) is looking for a dynamic individual to join our team! We are truly Everywhereyoulook! 

Summary 

Purchasing / Materials Manager is responsible for Purchasing, Inventory management, Stockroom and Shipping 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Plans, develops, manages, and controls the activities of the Procurement organization, including source identification, obtaining quotes, price analysis, purchasing, supply chain analysis, administration, expediting, and reconciliation of invoicing discrepancies. 

• Develops, communicates, and administers team performance and career development plans and appraisals. 

• Serves as the primary contact for purchasing, inventory & shipping related questions, negotiation of terms and conditions and pricing, training, policy and procedure interpretation and alignment by all departments. 

• Manages current policies, procedures, and programs with a focus on their ability to enhance organizational value and efficiency. 

• Serves as an important part of the management team and furnishes management personnel with timely information concerning performance metrics, as well as market conditions and trends that may affect the company operation. 

• Ensures continued compliance with relevant laws, regulations, company policies. 

• Establishes, communicates, and implements short-term and long-term goals for the department to promote continuous improvement, effectiveness, and efficiency. 

REQUIREMENTS 

• BA or BS in Business Administration or relevant field from four-year college or university 

• 2-5 years of directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment in a Procurement role required. 

• Procurement-related professional certifications and advanced degrees in a related field are desirable, but not mandatory. 

• Solid analytical and computer skills 

• Strong communication skills 

• Outstanding team building and leadership skills 

• Experience with XA and ERP a plus   

• Excellent organizational and leadership skills 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 

• Ability and willingness to travel: 10%

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Teledyne Relays requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check and pass a drug screen prior to employment. 

Must be a US Person or US citizen due to the nature of our work, i.e., access to technical data. 

"US Person" as defined in US export regulations (e.g., US citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees or refugees). 

Please note the salary range posted below is a general guideline for this job level and location.  When extending an offer, a variety of factors are considered such as responsibilities of the position, relevant education and experience, certifications, knowledge and skills

Salary Range:

Pay Transparency

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​