Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) is seeking a Buyer to join our Hamsar team. Reporting to our Purchasing Supervisor, you will source and purchase components using the most modern and cost-competitive options available.

Hamsar – A Methode Electronics Company is a Canadian manufacturing success story. Founded over 30 years ago, the company has grown to be a world leader in designing and manufacturing custom lighting and electronic solutions for specialized vehicle markets through our engineering expertise and customer follow-through to elevate the vehicle experience.

Responsibilities:

• Sources within global commodity strategies to ensure cost, quality and delivery targets are achieved

• Supports product development team through on-time sourcing

• Achieves best in class pricing and builds supplier relationships through fact-based negotiation

• Manages Procurement team’s deliverables for select program launches

• Coordinates activities involved with procuring goods, such as raw materials, tools, parts and supplies to support the company’s needs

• Maintains and improves departmental procedures

• Collaborates with suppliers and cross-functional colleagues to determine the root cause of supply disruptions and implement appropriate corrective actions

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university in a related field of study

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment; electronics background desirable

• Experience in applying analytical skills to negotiate successfully with supplier

• Demonstrate ability to take the initiative in a dynamic, cross-functional environment

• Experience sourcing products in Asia a plus

• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office products as well as ERP systems

• Excellent communication skills with ability to communicate with all levels inside and outside of the organization

• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@methode.com or call (708) 867-6777 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.