Technical Buyer I
HEICO · Provo, UT · 3 mo ago
PurchasingFull-time
About the role
Oversee the ordering, expediting, and canceling of parts to control inventory levels while maximizing turns.
Responsibilities
- Communicate requirements of both internal and external customers.
- Review bid packages to determine the necessary course of action, including sourcing, purchasing, expediting, de-expediting, and cancellation of material requirements.
- Prepare Requests for Quote, Purchase Orders, and Change Request Notices
- Analyze and negotiate price and delivery with suppliers as needed.
- Procure parts manufactured to Wencor drawings in a timely manner at an acceptable cost and safety stock levels according to forecast or requirement
- Coordinate with Engineering, Product Line Management, Assembly, and Quality during life cycle of engineered, Sub-Contracted, or PMA product.
- Monitor inventory levels to maximize turns without jeopardizing fill rates.
- Work with Product Development and Engineering to identify sources and provide samples.
Skills
- Ability to read, interpret, and discuss details about engineering drawings is preferred.
- Ability to Create and Maintain Strategic Relationships in line with Wencor Culture and Values.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes is preferred (turning, milling, grinding, stamping, molding, casting, hydro-forming, etc).
- Ability to manage a competitive bidding or sourcing project.