Buyer
At our aerospace company, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career with our company offers unlimited opportunities for professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products and in advancing the company's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At our company, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference.
Position Summary
The Buyer is responsible for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment, and services necessary to support production and plant operations as economically and efficiently as possible.
Job Responsibilities
Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders in a timely manner and ensure accurate information is included in the purchase order.
Responsible for commodity delivery and quality performance, including obtaining accurate delivery information from suppliers.
Directly solicit suppliers using a formal inquiry format, including all information required for sellers' quotations.
Evaluate quotations received from prospective suppliers and decide on the award of the purchase order.
Negotiate with selected suppliers to obtain the lowest unit cost.
Implement formal, legally compliant contractual documentation in the purchase order, encompassing all corporate and government requirements.
Establish contractual obligations for any changes affecting the original definitive contract and to ensure compliance to protect the company from government claims for defective pricing or fraud.
Identify problem areas, initiate corrective action, and establish problem resolution dates.
Maintain compliance with all corporate and divisional procurement policies and procedures as contained within the corporate Standard Practice Letters and Procurement Manual Instructions.
Provide regular and periodic reporting in areas of responsibility as directed by management.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required; major in Business or Engineering preferred
Minimum 2 years' experience as a Buyer/Expeditor or Material Planner
SAP experience desirable
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to drive tasks to completion
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools
Come join our Aerospace Team! Our competitive package includes:
Competitive Compensation
Participation in Annual Incentive Program
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
Career development and tuition reimbursement
Other benefits, including paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership, and financial planning assistance, are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs, including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness, are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.