Pursuit Aerospace specializes in the manufacturing of complex fabrication and precision machined components for gas turbine engines. We serve customers around the world in commercial and military aviation, power generation, the marine industry, rotary wing and unmanned aerial vehicles.
Purpose/ SummaryBuyer is responsible for purchasing all Inventory and Non-Inventory assigned commodities to support Aerospace Manufacturing, Engineering and R&D Operations. The Purchasing Analyst/Buyer coordinates on-time delivery of goods, and administers all changes and updates to purchase orders.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.•Orders production materials and supplies using ERP/MRP and reorder rules according to predetermined inventory guidelines.•Coordinates changes to purchase order quantities or delivery dates, as required per production plan.•Responsible for timely updating, accuracy, and integrity of purchasing records and data.•Issue, Maintain and file/archive the Quotation and Purchase Order records.•Updates suppliers on changes to specifications and arranges for effective transitions.•Identifies new suppliers in an effort to reduce costs and increase quality and service.•Address all receiving, invoicing and paperwork issues within a timely manner, and drive to resolution•Negotiates best total cost and delivery within acceptable TCT quality standards.•Manages inventory levels to reduce inventory while ensuring supply availability using lean manufacturing techniques.•Ability to create reports for assigned commodities, and support all of the tendering requirements for that commodity.•Effective problem solving capabilities in a challenging and demanding situations, and ability to focus on ever shifting priorities.•Monitor/Expedite the Purchase Order requirements for suppliers and maintain the current commitments within the system.•Drive the short and long term process improvements and instill world class practices into the materials and outsourcing organization.•Ensure appropriate lead times are set for new and / or existing Part Numbers and maintained in the Syteline/Symix system.•Negotiate with potential suppliers of products and services to achieve team goals and meet standard Ts and Cs.•Utilize Syteline/Symix system to receive material/service requirements through requisitions and monitor delivery receipts by examining the system’s data bases.•Coordinate the delivery of the required B/Ps and specifications from Document Control to the supplier.•Implement Long Term Agreements with suppliers to develop partnerships that will help satisfy price reductions and ensure on-time deliveries.•Manage Long Term Agreements after execution to ensure continuous improvement and success against the key performance indicators.•Manage all communications, incoming and outgoing, regarding delivery, technical requirements, and quality concerns for respective suppliers.•Visit suppliers as requiredSupervisory ResponsibilitiesThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.Education and/or ExperienceB.A. or B.S. degree in a related field preferred, and a minimum of 7 years demonstrated success in purchasing in an Aerospace Manufacturing and Outsourcing environment. Knowledge of DOD requirements. Knowledge of the Small Business Programs in DOD environments. Proficiency with Excel, Word, Access, Project and Power Point. Syteline/Symix Operating System experience is preferred. CPM certification a plus.SPECIAL SKILLS:•Ability to oversee several simultaneous projects with the proper delegating skills and the precise amount of involvement without interference, allowing the specifically designated personnel to perform their tasks.•Syteline/Symix business and material planning software systems•Quality assurance methods in the Aerospace manufacturing and outsourcing environment•Excellent negotiator, with outstanding communication skills both written and verbal.•Experience with MRP/ERP, purchasing, fabrication of metal components, Investment Castings, Forgings and assembly. Ability to read mechanical drawings•Experience with lean manufacturing, supplier partnerships, expertise in supplier selection and contract development•The position requires judgment, ingenuity, critical thinking and adherence to established policies and procedures.•The ability to manage projects, gather and analyze data, work in a team environment and meet deadlines is critical to success in this position.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before the employees in the organization. The ability to manage delinquent suppliers and negotiate effectively is required.QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.•While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.•The employee is frequently required to talk or hear.•The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.•The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.•Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.•The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law.