Following established procedures, purchase materials, raw materials, components, castings / forgings, MRO, Outside Processing, equipment, and services in accordance with customer specifications and requirements established by requesting Company organizations.

Established, maintains, and selects procurement sources and follow-ups and coordinates resolution of problems.

Buyer II Duties

• Recommends selection of supply sources in accordance with Company and government guidelines based on an evaluation of supplier facilities, operation capabilities, pricing policies, performance track record and financial stability.
• Works with requisitioning organization to establish price and delivery parameters and negotiates contracts including price, delivery, terms and conditions with vendors.
• Prepares bid list of qualified vendors, review bids when returned, and selects vendor for negotiation of final pricing, terms and conditions;

consults management for final award.

• Follow-up on purchase orders to ensure compliance with delivery schedules and requestor requirements and to coordinate resolution of delays or problems that arise.
• Enters new purchase orders into computer data base and prepares reports and maintains supplier records.
• Resolves Accounting / Invoicing issues.
• Works with other department to resolve ongoing issues, streamline processes, and reduce waste.
• Initiates contracts and contract review for new and ongoing services.
• Assists other buyers with daily needs, guides new / lower-level buyers, and assists in training others.

Education and Experience Required

• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
• Proficient in spoken and written English
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (4 years) required
• Knowledgeable and experienced in Aeorspace purchasing metals, forgings, castings, machining is ideal.
• APICS Certification is desirable Skills
• Must have knowledge of Company and government procurement policies, procedures, and documentation and the Company’s ERP system.
• Must be able to read blueprints, negotiate contract terms and conditions, and be able to utilize interpersonal relations shills to enhance supplier relations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent PC skills including Excel and other MS Office applications.

Last updated : 2024-04-23