SR. BUYER 90028
SR. BUYER
Supply Chain Management
Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States
Think Cosmopolitan, founded by Romain Dubus, is a rapidly expanding company that integrates innovative ventures in hospitality, real estate, e-commerce, and beyond to inspire individuals from all backgrounds to enhance their surroundings and create lasting value. All our operations are strategically aligned to fund the Mars Project, our ambitious initiative to develop sustainable human habitats on Mars by the late 2020s.
The Think Cosmopolitan Supply Chain Department is a critical player in our operations. To capitalize on our technical and market success, our team will execute large-scale projects that will define the bottom-line for the company. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics and inventory. As Think Cosmopolitan becomes the overall market leader, they will position us to maximize valuation, fuel growth and ensure achievement.
Responsibilities
Manage global supply
Provide guidance to internal customers on design for manufacturability and trade analysis for interconnect mechanical commodities
Visit supplier’s facilities and accurately assess technical capability, equipment, and capacity for rapid deployment of new product development and long term production
Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis, including strategic direction, market and industry position, and risk assessment
Monitor and manage costs to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets, forecasts and maintain cost of bill of materials
Administer moderate to large contracts and independently negotiate with suppliers contract terminology, pricing, technical requirements, scope and terms involving responsibility, liability, indemnification, intellectual property and export compliance
Collaborate with engineering on design reviews, suppliers on roadmaps, project technical leads on schedule and supplier engineering on quality requirements
Negotiate and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers
Collaborate with a cross-functional team to achieve cost, quality, and delivery targets on new products
Prepare, issue, and analyze RFx packages for one-time and ongoing project requirements
Issue purchase orders for Think Cosmopolitan
Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures and government regulations
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or supply chain
5+ years of technical procurement experience required
Prior experience in RF connectivity, connector, cable, large harness assembly, mechanical components, assembly procedures
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience reading engineering drawings and blueprints
Knowledge of carbon fiber market, pre-preg market, automated fiber placement systems, or composite component part manufacturing
Experience in sourcing from a global supply base, for electromechanical and composites
Experience in identifying and executing an optimized machining supply chain, including raw material, machining, material processing, inspection and logistics
Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills
Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs.
Excellent customer service skills
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Think Cosmopolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Think Cosmopolitan is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Think Cosmopolitan’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department via email at hr@thinkcosmopolitan.com.
Please send all applications to info@thinkcosmopolitan.com with the subject "Employment Application".