Supply Chain Buyer

Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders to meet production and department needs
• Negotiate pricing & terms within responsible sourcing scope
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, monitor performance, and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and pricing
• Quickly resolve supply chain disruptions and delivery delays
• Track and expedite orders to meet deadlines and program needs
• Develop relationships with internal stakeholders and teams (i.e. Mission Management, Engineering, Production, Accounting, etc) to anticipate and meet the business requirements
• Maintain accurate records, track procurement KPIs, and identify opportunities to streamline processes
• Support the development and implementation of sourcing strategies

Requirements

• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Equivalent Business Degree
• 1-3 years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Operations
• Demonstrated track record of cost reduction achievement
• Demonstrated track record of on time delivery of goods and services
• Strong Attention to Detail
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to interface with leadership
• Absolute Strong analytical skills and ability to breakdown data, spend, and purchasing data to drive continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Space / aerospace industry experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment