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Liquid Robotics, a Boeing Company

<div><div><b>Buyer/Inventory Planner</b></div><div></div><div><b>
Overview</b></div><div></div><div>
Liquid Robotics Supply Chain is seeking a Buyer and Inventory Planner to join us in the development of autonomous ocean robots. As part of our small but highly-motivated and fun team, you will participate in all aspects of the procurement and planning process that contributes to world-changing products. The successful candidate will bring procurement and planning experience with skills in balancing appropriate stock levels and forecasting. This position requires a highly motivated individual with a self-starter attitude and the ability to work cross-functionally with suppliers, team members and internal customers. Strong communication skills and making sure LR&rsquo;s Supply Chain processes stay compliant are a must. This hybrid position is based in Herndon, Virginia with the partial ability to work from home.</div><div><b>
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Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Procure hardware components such as PCBA, machine parts and cables during the early product development phase and through production based on MRP (Material Requirement Planning) from ERP system</li><li>
Qualify suppliers based on technical capability, quality control, capacity, and manufacturing expertise and compliance. Maintain and update ASL (Approved Supplier List). Manage the PIA process (Proprietary Information Agreements)</li><li>
Collaborate with LR Contracts, Compliance and Boeing counterparts to assure LR&rsquo;s continuous compliance</li><li>
Responsible for monitoring, expediting, tracking and reporting on all company and production Po&rsquo;s and RMA&rsquo;s.</li><li>
Establish and cultivate relationships with local and international vendors and contract manufacturer</li><li>
Manage incoming material ensuring proper disposition of received material and manage adequate inventory levels.</li><li>
Coordinate with the R&amp;D team as they develop next generation products</li><li>
Source and order parts and assemblies to support development work and launch schedule.</li><li>
Own the transfer of new products from design to production.</li><li>
Drive lead time, safety stock and cost reduction in all projects</li><li>
Support Engineering change order (ECO) functions and ensure proper implementation and disposition of impacted materials</li><li>
Manage consigned builds, partially consigned builds, turnkey builds, and sometimes assist with kitting materials</li><li>
Responsible to help with wall to wall physical count and drive resolution for discrepancies to assure accurate inventory counts (above 95%)</li><li>
Create purchasing reports for management review. Lead the SOLR PO Process.</li><li>
Manage cut-in dates of new materials based on consumption of old materials</li><li>
Manage all invoices for credit card purchases and work closely with finance team monthly to resolve any open issues</li><li>
Support the quarterly PPV (Purchase Price Variant) process and assist Finance establish the correct standard cost</li><li>
Partner with BD (Business Development) on forecasting demand
</li><li>Maintain annual Supplier Scorecards and implement corrective action as required. Participate in NCR (Non-Conformance Report) meetings and open and manage NCR Jira Tickets as needed.</li><li>
Perform QMS (Quality Management System) tasks as assigned and create Work instructions and SOP&rsquo;s.</li><li>
Perform other job duties as assigned.</li></ul><div>
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Expertise/Skills Required</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work experience in operations, supply chain management, or related field with some technical knowledge in machine parts and PCBA&rsquo;s.</li><li>
Highly Analytical mindset</li><li>
3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing operations, supply chain, purchasing &amp; vendor management in a manufacturing environment.</li><li>
Materials program management experience including defining, scheduling, tracking, communicating status, prioritizing
</li><li>Experience in electronics and machine parts purchasing</li><li>
Strong negotiation skills and experience with NPI (New Production Introduction) processes</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, planning skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail</li><li>
Experience in a lean startup environment is preferred</li><li>
Experience working with Jira, Arena PLM, NetSuite MRP is a plus</li><li>
Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>
Creative self-starter to recommend outside-the-box and innovative process improvements</li><li>
Experience with FAR and DFAR is a plus</li><li>
Must be able to self-manage and balance multiple efforts as assigned by the Head of Supply Chain. Proactive problem solving, reporting and work approach.</li><li>
U.S. Person required</li></ul><p>
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.</p><p>
Summary pay range: $54,000 - $95,000</p><p>
Liquid Robotics designs and manufactures Wave Gliders&reg;, the world&rsquo;s first wave and solar powered autonomous ocean robots. With partners, they address challenges facing defense, Oil &amp; Gas, commercial and science customers by making ocean data collections and communications easier safer and in real-time. Liquid Robotics was acquired by Boeing in December of 2016 and operates as an independent non-integrated subsidiary.<br>
For more info, please visit www.liquid-robotics.com</p><div><p><b>
Liquid Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). </b><b>Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.</b></p></div></div><div></div>

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