Buyer / Planner I

Radar Reinvented.

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).

Echodyne is seeking a Buyer / Planner to join our fast-growing team. 

At Echodyne, we believe radar makes the world safer and more secure in the age of autonomy.  We are seeking a Buyer/Planner with experience in procurement of catalog electronic components, custom mechanical parts, custom cable assemblies, and accessory MRO parts. 

As a Buyer/Planner, you will be working in a fast-paced, regulated environment, developing next-generation RADAR systems. This position will report to the Director of Supply Chain.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor, fulfill, and update status on electronic Purchase Requisitions for MRO and prototype/ pre-production materials to support NPI/Development requirements


• Support for production control and materials movement, including movement of materials through Receiving, Inspection, MRB, Outplant process for consigned materials, and VRMA


• Manage suppliers and POs as needed for timely delivery per PO terms. Coordinate and communicate internally and externally as needed to manage design and schedule changes


• Kitting of consigned parts


• Monitor stock levels, usage, sales orders and forecasts for assigned parts


• Perform MRP BOM and part attribute maintenance

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a purchasing/planning role


• AA degree or higher in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field


• Experience in purchasing and material planning for commodities such as catalog electronic components, machined metal parts, PWBs, PCBAs, custom cable assemblies, molded plastic/metal, hardware, outplant services, MRO items, etc.


• Understanding of BOMs, BOM structures, and MTS (Made To Spec) drawings and documentation


• Experience in Oracle NetSuite or equivalent ERP for creation and management of


• all aspects of the supply chain (Planning/Buying/Building/Shipping)


• Experience working in a regulated industry (ISO, AS9100, etc.)


• Ability to take high level direction and be self-managed


• Effective communication skills


• Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills with a desire to improve processes


• Ability to make smart trade-offs as business needs and environments change


• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines


• Ability to work collaboratively with various groups


• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations.  Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S. 

WHAT WE OFFER

This is a non-exempt role.

If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

• RSU (Restricted Stock Units)


• Generous Benefits:




• Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you 




• Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA


• Virtual Care – 98Point6


• Employee Assistance Program






• Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)


• Travel Assistance Insurance


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability


• Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)


• 401(k) match


• Pet Insurance


• Prepaid Legal Program


• Commuter Benefits


• Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.