Buyer

Premier Precision Machining is a premier manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sector, renowned for producing high-quality components and systems. Our commitment to excellence drives us to continually innovate and maintain our leadership position within the industry. We are seeking a highly skilled Buyer to join our dynamic team and play a critical role in ensuring the efficient execution of manufacturing operations through strategic production planning, scheduling, and materials coordination.

Role and Responsibilities

This position procures materials and services needed to function on a day-to-day basis. These include raw materials, chemicals, manufacturing equipment and office supplies. Research cost-effective products and sources, which requires you stay up-to-date on marketing and pricing trends. Additional responsibilities may include attending trade shows, meeting vendors, negotiating contracts and recordkeeping. Will work with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales and Product Management to develop and manage forecasts while considering current inventory, obsolescence, lead times, product life cycles and production capacity.

· Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, supply chain management, production scheduling, and business system integration.

· Verifies availability and lead time of raw materials.

· Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price.

· Obtains recommendations from suppliers for substitute items and obtains approval from Rand Engineering Department or requisitioning department on any alternates offered.

· Sends approval requests for high dollar purchases to CEO - KWG

· Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders as needed.

· Arranges all incoming shipments using World Wide Express (WWE) or Central Transport

· Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered by reviewing open PO report; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.

· Monitors re-usable packaging levels and sets up returns from Customers

· Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation to Rand Accounting Department.

. Resolves count and pricing discrepancies with Rand Accounting Department.

· Attention to detail with respect to data entry and paperwork

· Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.

· Escalate complex issues to Manager for resolution.

· Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

· Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and manage multiple tasks and projects

· Ability to set goals consistent with company objectives and to adapt plans to a changing environment.

· Adhere to company standards and policies to meet company objectives.

· High computer proficiency is important to understand how information is managed using the business’s ERP System JobBOSS.

· Head up productivity projects and track department productivity and cost saving efforts.

· Maintain purchasing records in Job Boss using system generated reports to maximize efficiency and accuracy of data.

· Provide training to others on JobBOSS processes and procedures.

· Write new and review current purchasing procedures and work instructions to comply with ISO 9001 standards.

· Other projects/tasks as assigned by Manager.

Preferred Skills

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

· Strong analytical and mathematical skills

Benefits:

-Medical Benefits

-Dental-50% Employer Paid

-Vision-50% Employer Paid

-STD-50% Employer Paid

-LTD-50% Employer Paid

-Protec Prescription Safety Glass Plan-Employer Paid

-Company Paid EAP

-Voluntary Benefits- Life, Accident, Specified Disease, Pet Insurance and ID & Legal Shield

-PTO

-10 Paid Holidays

-1 Paid Floating Holiday

-Wellness Program

-Telehealth Services

-2nd Shift Premiums

-401K up to 4% match

-Company Paid Life Insurance $20,000

-FSA Account

-Paid Parental Leave

-Paid Prenatal Leave

-Paid Bereavement

-Tuition Reimbursement

-Safety Shoe Allowance

-Employee Discount Program

-Company Events & Luncheons

-Referral Program

Hours:

Monday-Friday- 7am-4pm (Flexible)

Premier Precision Machining, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity in its staff, and strongly encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.25 - $30.73 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Falconer, NY 14733 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Falconer, NY 14733: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $31