Buyer

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external customers
• Research purchases and prepare formal purchasing documents
• Analyze usage of inventory and adjust ordering requirements, as necessary
• Manage aged inventory to meet company goals by balancing customer needs and business risk
• Ensure details of the purchase transaction are entered accurately and in accordance with operational procedures

Expected Skills And Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with purchasing/inventory management in a sales/distribution environment, including experience in supply chain, distribution, warehouse, and/or logistics sectors
• Knowledge of issues and considerations for effectively managing local or distributed inventories of raw materials
• General understanding of standard Supply Chain management processes related to inventory management and procurement
• Basic understanding of transportation and logistics and associated safety and documentation requirements, and the distribution process workflow
• Ability to conduct studies, analyze and interpret statistical data, and make recommendations and decisions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency using MS Office software to effectively execute work tasks, including Excel and Word; ability to learn internal database and software systems
• High School Diploma or GED

Additional Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's Degree
• Prior experience with SAP
• Experience in the Aerospace industry

Pre-Employment Requirement

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and background check. This requirement is especially critical for safety-sensitive roles.