Technical Buyer I

Essential Duties And 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.
• Cookinate 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.

Other Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• 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.