Supply Chain Buyer

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 5 years of experience as a supply chain buyer purchasing raw materials for a manufacturing site
• Proficient experience with ERP/MRP systems

IDEAL:

• Experience with SyteLine ERP (Infor CloudSuite Industrial) or a comparable ERP system
• Experience in aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing industries, with a solid understanding of traceability, documentation, and compliance requirements
• APICS/ASCM Certification

Job Description:

• Achieve the lowest possible cost for material, balanced against optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals employing appropriate negotiation, cost and price analysis techniques to achieve the lowest possible cost for material, balanced against optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Evaluate current and anticipated requirements using ERP/MRP action plans and reports.
• Implement purchase contracts with sound purchasing practices and ensure compliance with the acquisition of material or service that meet applicable company and government regulations.
• Support new product introduction/development to ensure Sourcing provides the best possible solution.
• Work closely with Program Management, Operations, Engineering and Quality staff to ensure production schedules are met to achieve customer on-time deliveries.
• Manage all Purchase Order (PO) activities such as: PO creation, PO changes, Vendor Return Material Authorizations (VRMA), Return to Vendor (RTV), and Invoice issues.
• Support the Purchasing department and management with special projects and assignments.