Procurement Buyer

About the Role

The Procurement Specialist has major purchasing responsibility for assigned commodities and services, ensuring that all procurements are made in accordance with Howmet purchasing policies and procedures. Provides materials and services required for efficient operations and secures favorable pricing through vendor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Processes requisitions and places purchase orders to ensure a continuous supply of materials and services, maintaining responsibility for each procurement until all items are received, accepted, invoiced, and paid.
• Negotiates pricing and terms with vendors to ensure that Howmet receives the best value for each purchasing dollar expended.
• Leads the sourcing process for assigned commodities and projects.
• Develops sourcing strategies by analyzing the supply base, market conditions, and technology roadmaps.
• Leads contractual negotiations with suppliers on NDAs, Terms & Conditions, and Long-term agreements.
• Identifies potential suppliers, analyzes capabilities, and develops a sourcing strategy and roadmap for Howmet stakeholders.
• Maintains positive, mutually beneficial relationships between suppliers and the Company.
• Performs detailed analysis of supplier quote submissions based on cost breakdown data, supporting it with Total Cost of Ownership and should-costs.
• Prepares and presents reports on procurement performance, supplier evaluations, and cost analyses.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives in the procurement process and overall tooling strategy.
• Identifies and implements cost reductions on new and series production products and services.
• Manages supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, competitiveness, and taking necessary steps to address gaps and resolve issues.
• Supports the efforts of the supplier quality team for supplier development, qualification, and quality issues resolution.
• Monitors supplier performance, maintaining a close relationship with vendors.
• May visit vendor facilities to review operations and suggest resources for improvement.
• Works closely with Engineering, Research & Development, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other internal customers to determine requirements and ensure superior levels of service.
• Coordinates the purchasing process and provides guidance and direction on implementing and maintaining best practices.
• Tracks and reports spend expenditure, ensuring alignment with financial targets.
• Collaborates with finance and production teams to forecast spend costs and support budgeting activities.
• Maintains accurate records of orders, deliveries, and inventory in the procurement system.
• Utilizes electronic business enterprise systems to leverage management of purchasing activities.
• Serves as a resource to the organization and provides education and training on purchasing matters.
• Ensures that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.
• Maintains full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Code of Conduct.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Production Management, Logistics, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline is required.
• 5+ years of experience purchasing a wide range of materials, products, and services in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of the principles of lean manufacturing.
• Thorough knowledge of electronic business enterprise systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface effectively with vendors and internal/external customers.
• Excellent negotiation skills to secure the best value for the Company.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels. With $8.3 billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world.

To learn more about how Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report.