Buyer

Responsibilities

• Responsible for procurement of raw materials, machined components, contract manufacturing & services in support of EBAD Moorpark, CA Operations team.
• Experience working with Aerospace and Defense procurement products and processes.
• Covers procurement activities with Production, Quality, Engineering, and other personnel for maximum operational effectiveness.
• Includes ERP / MRP system planning, supplier selection & development, negotiation with suppliers, scheduling, supplier contract management, conflict resolution, and maintaining cost-effective inventory control for all materials.
• Ensures that all regulatory requirements with respect to purchasing, storage, and transportation of materials are adhered to.
• Develops procurement justification packages and procurement cost analysis in accordance with the requirements of FAR/DFAR.
• Led or participates in continuous improvement activities within the organization.
• Provides input in the Supplier Development process by evaluating suppliers’ performance and communicating with suppliers to facilitate improvements in cost, quality, and delivery.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of four years of relevant experience, or a related two-year post-high school diploma/certificate, and a minimum of six years of relevant experience.
• Must possess core competence in purchasing and materials control services, MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing concepts desirable.
• Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• CPSM and/or CPCM certification a plus.

Pay

Salary Range: $75,000 - $105,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Schedule

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Benefits

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Company Information

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.