Narda-MITEQ Careers - Positions

Narda MITEQ is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. Narda MITEQ provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties at any time.

Job Description:

Plans and implements activities related to the procurement of raw materials, goods, and services. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Approves and qualifies vendors, obtains quotes, examines bids and makes awards. Follows up on all awards through completion of order. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers’ operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, and maintains necessary records. May prepare request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages. Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes. Follows applicable anti-corruption ethics, laws, and regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Direct, coordinate and supervise all the procurement functions within the Purchasing Department. This includes but is not limited to:
• • Support Sales with the preparation of proposals for customers.
  • Assist buyers in the execution of their daily work including resolving issues with delivery, quality, and invoice discrepancies.
  • Identify and implement plans to reduce material costs (PPV).
  • Actively support the development of Lean process and procedures to drive down lead-time and improve quality and efficiencies within the organization.
• Ensure Suppliers meet program requirements including appropriate flow downs required on Purchase orders.
• Develop and maintain effective processes for driving material to support product line requitements for price and delivery.
• Conduct periodic status meetings as required, for communications between functional and cross-functional areas.
• Ensure appropriate purchasing tools are compliant and properly utilized to meet all established work objectives. Interface with other departments as required to control and coordinate workflow.
• Ensure appropriate compliance for maintaining AS9100 certification.
• Train and develop personnel to maintain a high level of quality and competence. Give prompt attention and handle complaints and grievances within the limits of established policy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and minimum of 9 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years prior related experience.
• Experience in Purchasing, inventory, Planning and MRP systems.
• Experience working with lean manufacturing processes and principles.
• Strong planning, analytical and networking skills required.
• Familiar with the transmission of technical data using secure mail.
• Experience with ITAR and EAR99 part classifications during PO placement.
• Strong negotiations skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Works well with management, peers, and subordinates.
• Experience supervising, coaching, and developing staff.
• Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook E-mail, Costpoint.
• Small business Plan preparation a plus.

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