About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p>Summary <br>Procures component parts and assemblies to ensure the uninterrupted flow of product while maintaining Company goals related to cost, quality and inventory levels. <br> <br>Essential Functions <br>• Provides support to Operations by developing and issuing RFP/RFQ events to prospective suppliers. <br>• Determines best supply source(s) by executing & analyzing competitive RFP/RFQ’s. <br>• Responsibility as a liaison between the Company and suppliers by negotiating costs and delivery requirements, requiring the ability to recognize priorities and to act upon those needs. <br>• Conducts regular Supplier reviews as scheduled with all assigned Suppliers, and will sponsor productivity improvement plans with those Suppliers when identifying critical areas for improvement. <br>• Facilitates procurement process by issuing purchase orders and amendments in accordance with production requirements and inventory goals. Will also be responsible for responding & reacting to internal schedule changes, and be able to communicate to the Supply Chain these changes, and to support escalation, or downgrades to the current production schedules with external Suppliers. <br>• Conducts regularly scheduled outreach to Supply Chain in support of procurement activities to ensure compliance with delivery schedules of purchased materials with all assigned external Suppliers. <br>• Ensures on time delivery by expediting suppliers as required. <br>• Provides support to Purchasing Manager by advising of any unusual trends in cost, quality or delivery. <br>• Executes / manages Strategic initiatives & projects in support of Procurement strategy <br>• Is responsible for component source development and qualifications of Suppliers as required. <br>• Will sponsor satisfactory resolution to any Supplier quality issues should they arise. <br>• Ability to work efficiently within production time standards to meet production deadlines. <br>• Contributes to team effort by maintaining a positive outlook. <br>• Complies with all company policies and procedures, including safety requirements <br>• Other duties as assigned to ensure customer needs are met. <br> <br>Competencies <br>• Read, understand and effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English <br>• Customer focus which includes a sense of urgency for problem resolution <br>• Business acumen <br>• Professionalism in dealing with adverse or difficult situations <br>• Proven strong negotiation skills <br>• Excellent time management skills <br>• Proficient Microsoft Office Skills <br>• Analytical and decision-making skills <br>• Familiarity of DFARS Compliant Materials, Multiple Govt. Ratings of DO-A1, DX-A1 and DPAS <br>• Familiarity reading drawings and / or print requirements related to machined parts and their processes <br>• Experience with non-conforming material and resolution <br>• Strong communication Skills with Supply Base and Internal Stakeholders <br>• Ability to Source Product efficiently </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><p>Required education, certification, and experience <br>• Bachelor’s degree in business or management or equivalent experience. <br>• At least ten (10) years purchasing experience, working in a manufacturing environment, preferably Aerospace related. <br> <br>Preferred education, certification, and experience <br>• Professional accreditations will be considered (CPM, CPSM, CPIM, etc.) <br>• Experience in Strategic Commodity and or Category Management <br>• Background in Multiple Commodities which include Machining and hardware items <br> <br>Physical demands <br>• May require lifting, pulling and carrying up to twenty (20) pounds <br>• Frequent bending, climbing stairs, and reaching <br>• Sitting for up to eight (8) hours per day, standing up to eight (8) hours per day, or a combination of sitting and standing. <br>• Ability to hear and see, with or without the assistance of a device <br>• May require overtime to complete important related tasks <br> <br>Travel <br>Light travel may be required <br> <br>Work Authorization <br>Must meet regulatory requirements. <br> <br>AAP/EEO Statement <br>An Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans <br> <br>Other Duties <br>The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. </p></div></div></div>