Tellabs · 3 months ago
Jr. Buyer
Dallas, TX, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expTellabs is a company seeking a Junior Buyer to manage procurement activities. The role involves entering and managing purchase orders, maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting sourcing and quoting processes.
Enterprise SoftwareInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyPublic RelationsSoftwareTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Enter and manage purchase orders, supplier data, and transactions within ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP)
Monitor order statuses and ensure system accuracy for pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules
Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers to ensure quality service, timely delivery, and cost efficiency
Act as a point of contact between suppliers and internal teams for order updates, issue resolution, and escalations
Support sourcing activities by obtaining quotes, comparing supplier pricing, and analyzing cost competitiveness
Assist in supplier evaluations and selection processes based on cost, quality, and delivery performance
Maintain accurate pricing records and update ERP system accordingly
Monitor commodity costs and market trends to support purchasing decisions
Participate in cost-saving initiatives and negotiations with suppliers
Collaborate with internal teams (operations, production, engineering, and finance) to align purchasing activities with business needs
Track supplier performance metrics and escalate issues as needed
Assist with inventory management by coordinating purchase schedules with demand forecasts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles
Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP required)
Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Preferred
Experience in commodity purchasing and quoting
Knowledge of contract terms and vendor negotiation
Exposure to manufacturing, electronics, or distribution industries (a plus)
Company
Tellabs
Tellecommunications Infrastructure
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3M2013-12-04Acquired
2013-04-01Post Ipo Equity· $3M
1990-03-26IPO
Leadership Team
Norm Burke
Chief Financial Officer
S
Susan Merrill
Chief Financial Officer
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