Minimum of 2 years previous purchasing experience working in aerospace manufacturing or related industry strongly preferred.
Use of Microsoft Office Suite applications: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Use of ERP System: Syteline experience a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy.
Duties/Responsibilities
Reviews MRP demands and validates requirements.
Procures raw material, supplies, and parts for the purpose of ensuring necessary items for production are available when needed. This may include obtaining quotes and bids.
Communicates daily with suppliers to ensure on-time deliveries to support production requirements.
Determines best quantity, price and delivery schedule and negotiates as required.
Verifies confirmation for accuracy, identifies any bottlenecks and communicates with management.
Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements while minimizing carrying costs and premium transportation charges.
Troubleshoots issues and works with manufacturing and sales team to resolve issues.
Researches, identifies, and secures new vendors to receive competitive pricing.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High school diploma required / College or equivalent experience preferred
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat and walk on a regular basis
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
Culture and Environment
Teamwork, creativity and collaboration
Suggestions and ideas are heard.
Work-life balance is valued.
Clean and climate-controlled environment
Modern and spacious breakroom with many food and beverage options
Pay and Benefits
Competitive wages
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance with generous employer premium contributions