Program Buyer

The respected global leader for defense aircraft sustainment. Deploying an experienced team and complete capabilities to solve customer challenges.

We maintain long-term customer relationships in the domestic and international markets and are uniquely positioned to meet a full range of customer challenges for the defense aircraft maintenance market. Our business model is aligned with building a bundle of parts, services and solutions to meet the needs of military legacy platform operators and maintainers. We believe that our long-term OEM relationships ensure proprietary part availability, and the addition of component MRO and repair management ensure refurbishment needs are addressed. We continue to invest in licensing, proprietary tooling and unique product development to address the late-in-life needs of defense platforms where an OEM solution may no longer be available. The breadth of our solutions for these aircraft operators, across a variety of platforms, is what distinguishes our solution in the global market.

Our group of companies includes distribution, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and engineering & manufacturing divisions. We collectively collaborate with key partnerships to provide a suite of complex solutions that addresses operational readiness for end users maintaining these aging aircraft. We support legacy fixed and rotary wing aircraft including but not limited to F-5, T-38, F-16, F-15, F-18, C- 130, P-3, Boeing 707 derivatives and several rotary platforms. Kellstrom Defense is headquartered in El Segundo, CA, USA and has over 200 employees and sales representatives strategically located throughout the world.

SUMMARY: The ideal candidate brings a thorough working knowledge of planning and procurement in the aerospace industry with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Responsible for planning and execution of purchase orders and subcontracts for assigned program and subsequent management of the associated suppliers

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Plan and execute purchase orders and subcontracts based on program requirements under FAR and FAA guidelines

· Develop supplier relationships, coordinate and manage supplier delivery commitments

· Manage supplier metrics and trends to improve cost, quality and schedule performance

· Drive supplier on time delivery and quality performance

· Meet FAR, DCMA, and FAA compliance as well as meet other program requirements

· Support Program Management and Operations project planning and scheduling to assure a seamless execution and delivery

· Interface with Program Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Kitting Operations to ensure customer requirements and specifications are flowed down to supplier

· Resolve invoice issues and work closely with finance for supplier payments

· Keeps Program team updated on status of orders, current or anticipated problems, and circumstances which may affect delivery, quality and/or price.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Will not directly supervises employees within the department(s).

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or related field strongly preferred.

· 10 years’ experience in supply chain

· Knowledge of government contract requirements

· Knowledge of FAA requirements

· Aerospace industry knowledge required

· Experience in machining and bonded assembly

· Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents

· Experience using an ERP system

· Strong business/technical writing, presentation, planning and project management skills.

· Able to multitask and thrive in a high-stress and fast-paced environment

· Strong negotiation, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

· Ability to identify issues in advance to suggest and implement solutions

· Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, and other applicable tools.

OTHER

· US Persons Only (US citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugee or asylee – all require proper identification and documentation)

· Physical and Environmental Requirements: Typical work may require light lifting (less than 25 lbs). Work environment includes front-office and manufacturing.

· Pre-Employment Verification: Must pass background check and drug screen.

· Kellstrom Defense offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, 401(k). Kellstrom Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

· Kellstrom Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.