Position SummaryDevelops and maintains relationships with vendors and suppliers. Evaluates and analyzes purchasing and price trends to identify forecasted demand requirements. Ensures that department milestones/goals are met and adhere to approved quotes and delivery times based on commitments to the customer.Essential FunctionsReasonable Accommodations StatementTo accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Functions Statement(s)Analyze demand forecasts, market, and delivery conditions to determine current and future availability of materials and supplies.Responsible purchasing of materials and supplies to support and maintain operations schedules and other areas of the Company's activities.Identify alternate services and suppliers and recommend these sources for approval.Ensure adequate inventory of materials and products in accordance with inventory cycles and organizational philosophy.Conduct inventory level analysis to determine optimal inventory levels.Provide information pertaining to costs and sources of supply for materials, equipment, and services.Interface with customers, suppliers, carriers to ensure customer satisfaction.Interface with suppliers to ensure production plan, delivery schedule and quality levels meet the demand plan.Contact suppliers in order to schedule or expedite deliveries to resolve shortages, missed or late delivers, and other problems.Assist in negotiation of Supply Agreements with suppliers (subject to legal final approval).Participate in a variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.Perform other duties as assigned.Position QualificationsCompetency Statement(s)Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.Change Management - Ability to encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.Financial Aptitude - Ability to understand and explain economic and accounting information, prepare and manage budgets, and make sound long-term investment decisions.Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.Presentation Skills - Ability to effectively present information publicly.Strategic Planning - Ability to develop a vision for the future and create a culture in which long-term goals can be achieved.Skills & AbilitiesEducationBachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school) Required; Field of Study: Business or equivalent experience in the aerospace industry.Experience5 plus years of direct experience in materials management, supply chain or aerospace material repair with responsibility of procurement spend. Exceptional organizational skills along with effective time management skills. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assist in the management, analysis, and interpretation of data. Must be detail-oriented and possess multi-tasking skills. Strong verbal and written communication. Must be customer‑focused and team-oriented.Computer SkillsStrong working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to effectively operate all applicable software. Advanced working knowledge with Excel.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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