Supply Chain Buyer

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.

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Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• 3+ years of experience as a supply chain buyer purchasing raw materials for a manufacturing site

• Proficient experience with ERP/MRP systems • 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