Duties/Responsibilities:

• Select suppliers that provide the highest quality products with a history of on-time delivery and cost savings benefits.
• Negotiate best price and delivery on each item with the supplier.
• Track the actual purchase part spend versus the quoted price used in the program proposal.
• Utilize ERP data to develop Request for Quotes (RFQs) to select the best supplier for the project.
• Maintain current knowledge of purchasing trends and how they might impact manufacturing operations.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Utilizing long term agreements (LTA) where applicable.
• Knowledgeable with export controls and ITAR.
• Working within AS9100/ISO/Nadcap accredited company.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Certification by Institute of Supply Management (ISM) or similar preferred.
• Demonstrated work experience within a purchasing role in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace and defense.
• Knowledgeable of government procurement practices.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics GP.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 U.S.C. § 6010

This position summary is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Assigned duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity-M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran status.