Description

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Senior Buyer will be responsible for procuring direct materials and services used by Unitech Composites. Assigned commodities may include, pre-preg materials, chemicals, adhesives, and/or COTS hardware. Specific responsibilities include issuing and managing purchase orders, developing new suppliers, quoting new parts, supplier performance management, negotiating supplier contracts, and leading cost savings and commodity improvement initiatives.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for procuring a wide variety of supplies and services that are often complex in nature.

• Creates and manages Purchase Orders per MRP requirements. Responsive to MRP demand fluctuations to support production requirements.
• Supplies and services are purchased at the lowest possible price consistent with required quality and/or delivery schedules, in accordance with applicable government and company regulations.
• Develops and manages the supply base for components being introduced to and currently included in production, with emphasis on securing better-value sources of supply.
• Negotiates and coordinates procurement for long-lead components; negotiates long-term pricing for production components; coordinates procurement of first production components through First Article Inspection (FAI) approval process, while following established purchasing policies and procedures.
• Creates, negotiates, implements, and manages long-term purchase agreements with critical suppliers.
• Understands and reviews purchased part design changes to ensure accuracy and effective approval through Change Control Board (CCB), engineering specifications to ensure that they meet design and manufacturing requirements, and supplier production manufacturing processes to ensure efficiencies and cost savings opportunities are maximized.
• Alongside Supplier Quality, oversees supplier performance, monitors corrective actions and addresses systemic quality concerns with the supplier as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• • Experience buying pre-preg is desirable.
  • Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple suppliers to deliver positive value to the organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of MRP / ERP systems.
  • Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM) structure.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a highly regulated industry, especially aerospace.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to successfully work cross-functionally in the business.
• Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple suppliers to deliver positive value to the organization.
• Well organized with solid judgment; able to multitask and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to evaluate both historical and forecast demands, interpret trends and take appropriate action.

COMPETENCIES:

Initiative / Problem Solving – Must be willing to identify existing or potential problem areas. Expected to determine, evaluate, and suggest appropriate courses of action and implement effective solutions. Interested in seeking ways to improve processes. Weigh consequences before making a final decision. Recognize issues and determines actions needed to advance the decision-making processes.

Teamwork / Relationship Building – Must be able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, leaders, subordinates, and outside contacts. Build trust by respecting the ideas and contributions of everyone. Behave in suitable and appropriate ways; pleasant and congenial; contributes to positive morale and spirit within the

team; and embraces diverse and global cultures and ideas. Able to transmit information in a respectful, diplomatic, and mature manner to all.

Safety - Demonstrates a commitment to safety by following safety rules & guidelines; follows good housekeeping practices, takes proper care of equipment. Meets requirements of 100% participation in safety training & 100% safety actions completed.

Job Knowledge – Demonstrate skills and knowledge relevant to function and work group. Apply best practices and stays up to date on developments in discipline. Proficient in all job requirements. Knows best tools and means for efficient accomplishment of objectives. Takes the time to ensure accuracy of work. High standards for quality and does not allow errors or mistakes.

Delivering Results - Strives to achieve excellence in all tasks and goals. Maintains focus and preserves in the face of obstacles. Uses time efficiently and responds quickly and constructively when confronted with challenges. Accurately prioritizes tasks. Delivers on deadlines.

Continuous Improvement – Actively participates in lean manufacturing initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen Events, RCCA, and Value Stream Analysis. Demonstrates enthusiasm and positivity for improving processes and their work environment. Initiates improvement without the need for constant supervision.

EDUCATON / EXPERIENCE:

Education: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of formal education, on-the-job training, and/or work experience.

Experience: Minimum of 10 years of related work experience with recent experience supporting a manufacturing organization is preferred.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office including proficiency in Excel and Word

Certificates and Licenses: PMP certification is preferred.

Other Requirements: Specialized knowledge of aerospace commercial or military contracting and procurement requirements and understanding of financial and labor cost systems and production processes. Occasional business travel, with the ability for short notice may be required.

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 talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Normal office working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Unitech Composites is an equal opportunity employer.