Overview

We are seeking a full-time Buyer 2 - Indirect Materials and Services in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for purchasing Indirect Materials and Services and responsible for managing semi-complex acquisition of assigned materials and services.

Essential Functions

• Lead and drive all Garmin departments by procuring materials, equipment, and services including documenting/communicating information by being a liaison between the internal customer and the supplier
• Develop new sources of supply and services while ensuring cost consciousness, quality, delivery and service (QCDS are held to Garmin standards)
• Apply expertise to continuously improve products, procedures and services being purchased
• Create, analyze, and negotiate multiple semi-complex RFP's and contracts at the same time
• Understand/negotiate contractual terms and conditions
• Knowledge of department processes, procedures, and guidelines for the Purchasing Department in support of ISO9001/QS9000/TS16949
• Develop and manage supplier relationships in support of Garmin's mission statement
• Manage trends with suppliers
• Drive continuous improvement to ensure departmental goals and metrics are met
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with internal departments and suppliers and a great ability to build strong relationships

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Must demonstrate strong verbal, written, negotiating and analytical skills
• Must demonstrate a proven track record of the ability to prioritize, organize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment to effectively meet deadlines
• Must be a motivated self-starter
• Demonstrated negotiation and project management skills
• Must have a demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills to work across functional and organizational lines with uncompromising ethics
• Must possess demonstrated knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) process
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Must demonstrate excellent problem solving abilities while being very detail orientated and process driven

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations or Material related field
• Previous Oracle experience
• Previous Indirect Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits