Buyer

We are seeking a motivated Supply Chain professional with high-growth start-up experience and a solid understanding of planning and purchasing functions. A Buyer will be responsible for owning MRP inputs and assisting in building the foundations of purchasing and planning processes at Skydio.

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain vendor and component information in ERP system, including Payment Terms, Standard Cost, and Lead Time, Shipping Time etc.
• Quote, submit and manage purchase orders to ensure utmost accuracy of delivery dates and quantities.
• Prioritize and track supplier production and delivery schedules.
• Manage supplier corrective actions and escalation paths.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors and ensure communications are clear and timely.
• Proactively update Skydio leadership on all critical supply issues.
• Analyze procurement data and report on metrics including on-time delivery, PO status, vendor performance etc.
• Resolve PO discrepancies and invoice issues and ensure timely PO receipt.
• Participate in cross functional teams and support continuous improvement initiatives for cost, quality, delivery, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on implementing supply chain strategies.
• Support the development of key planning metrics and reports including Safety Stock Analysis, Inventory Health, Order Policies, and Cash Flow.
• Mitigate risks and ensure supply continuity for given scope to meet customer fulfillment needs.
• Report on clear to build status.

What makes you a good fit:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations.
• 3-4 Years experience or equivalent in a supply chain, operations, or relevant role.
• Exceptional in Microsoft Excel and data analytics.
• Understanding of Supply Chain fundamentals.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions.
• Experience purchasing or planning mechanical or electrical components within a high tech industry such as aviation/aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, or similar
• Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.
• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
• Proven success working on cross-functional projects, cost models, negotiating, planning.
• Ability to identify and resolve technical, operational and organizational problems.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to communicate outside of work hours, including evening calls with overseas suppliers.

Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $100,750-$140,500*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria.

*Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location.

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