The Buyer is responsible for planning, procuring, and on-time delivery of aerospace hardware, raw material, outside services (Heat treat, coatings, etc.) and various other components. The buyer supports the complete supply chain activity for products using industry best practices and sound ethics.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
? Reviews and analyzes MRP purchasing requirements
? Process orders and order acknowledgements using MRP on a daily basis
? Select and/or recommend vendors (internationally as needed)
? Monitor selected commodities and vendors for performance
? Coordinate secondary backup sourcing activities as needed
? Coordinate blanket orders and stocking programs
? Coordinate materials outsourcing including domestic and offshore vendors
? Negotiate best value with vendors
? Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner
? Prepares and processes requests for quotes to suppliers
? Reviews supplier bids, negotiates pricing to ensure that the company receives the best possible price while meeting all quality and delivery requirements
? Responsible for input, accuracy and integrity of MRP procurement data (i.e. lead time and other critical planning parameters)
? Prepares and distributes purchase orders/purchase order change notices and maintains purchase order files
? Prepares return shippers, monitors scheduled receipts to ensure material is not delivered earlier than required
? Regulates supplier performance and performs timely updates to shortage reports
? Work with all departments within the organization in a cooperative and supportive manner
? Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
? Bachelor?s degree in Materials or Supply Chain Management, or relevant business area preferred
? 5 years purchasing related experience or have demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-mentioned tasks
? Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Power Point)
? ERP experience required; experience with SYSPRO preferred
? Requires solid verbal and written interaction with peers, Managers, Supervisors, Engineers, Quality Department and Hourly Associates
? Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication & negotiation skills
? Strong problem solving skills and ability to handle a changing environment
? Ability to project a positive professional image consistent with company guidelines
Work Environment
Work will primarily take place in an office environment while at a desk, involving long periods of sitting. Constant use of a computer and phone with frequent interruptions. Regular exposure to a manufacturing / warehouse environment may require PPE. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.