Technical Buyer

Role: Technical Buyer

Location: Arbroath, Scotland

Reports to: Senior Technical Buyer

What would a typical day look like?

• Process the manufacturing drawing package from drawing submission to finished part by selecting suppliers, receiving quotes, re-validating quotes, creating purchase orders, tracking parts through each manufacturing processes, and supporting the kitting process.
• Review manufacturing drawings for ease of manufacturability and costs against budget, while evaluating material, geometry, finish, heat treat, coating, tolerance, and overall functionality.
• Proactively research, onboard, and develop suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with internal design teams to provide feedback and leadership on manufacturing/assembly improvements during the design phase to drive cost improvements and build success.
• Collaborate with internal project managers/engineers to provide full visibility of order status and completion dates, expediting to meet project timelines.
• Track machining/fabrication schedules, purchased part deliveries with respect to the project schedules (build start).
• Provides answers to technical questions related to manufacturability by applying knowledge and competencies associated with machining and fabrication.
• Interpret technical data, specifications, and other information to generate cost options and recommendations.
• Investigate new technology advancements and processes and how they may be utilized to improve the manufacturing process.
  
  

What qualifies you for this opportunity?

• Experience with machining / fabrication best practices
• Experience working within the procurement, or at least provided technical support to the supply chain function
• Experience or knowledge of working with ERP or inventory management systems
• Knowledge of mechanical assembly and basic electrical knowledge
• Qualified to at least HNC level in an engineering discipline, or have equivalent experience
• Excellent communication, negotiation, customer service and influencing skills
• Machining; print / drawing interpretation
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, 2D and 3D CAD
• High attention to detail and organization skills
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
  
  

What We Expect From You

• A proactive can-do attitude.
• A positive and determined work ethic
• A professional approach
• A commitment to excellence in all that you do
• A team player, willing to continuously and proactively collaborate, share, and seek information and guidance
• Self-driven to make a significant contribution to maximising customer service
  
  

What does CONVERGIX Offer You?

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Company Pension
• Life Cover
• Income Protection
• Annual leave
  
  

About Convergix Automation Solutions

Convergix Automation Solutions designs, engineers and integrates hardware and software to automate its customers' operations. Convergix specializes in creative, custom solutions and serves customers in a broad range of industries. With over 900 employees and 19 locations worldwide, Convergix is a leading global diversified automation provider. Our vision is to become the ultimate trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world-renowned processes and diverse experience.

Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity
  
  

Why join the CONVERGIX team?

As a growing company in the industrial technology industry and rooted with strong corporate values, CONVERGIX Automation Solutions can offer a unique value proposition to employees. We are expanding at a rapid pace as we continue the path to be a $1 Billion company. CONVERGIX brings a new, holistic approach to automation throughout the value chain. At CONVERGIX, products, technology, experience, support and expertise intersect to empower customers in every industry to reach their full potential.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has a programme in place that provides reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific adjustment because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.