What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUYER position at Dassault Aviation?
Dassault Falcon Jet is building a state-of-the-art flagship Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at the Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) in Melbourne, Florida. Dassault Flacon Jet will serve customers across North and South America and beyond, the complex will accommodate all current Falcon models, (including the new, ultra-long-range Falcon 10X, the largest purpose-built business jet), and will be capable of performing major maintenance and modifications on up to 18 Falcon models.
Dassault Falcon Jet in Melbourne, FL is seeking a full time Buyer who will be responsible for purchasing material and services required by the Division at the best prices, highest quality and best delivery to meet required dates. This position is responsible for procurement activity from receipt of valid requisition to acceptable receipt of items ordered and responsible for return activities as required.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Negotiates for and purchases material and services required by the Division at the best price, highest quality and best delivery possible consistent with Corporate policies and procedures.
- Accomplishes sourcing for primary, and where applicable, a secondary list of approved vendors for type of products assigned.
- Continuously monitors orders for delivery schedules, price changes, or other changes to the purchase order and promptly advises department originating order of current delivery status.
- Keeps the department informed of delinquent vendor performance, personally expedites, if necessary, or takes other appropriate action to improve vendor performance.
- Maintains the integrity and validity of the open purchase order reports and records, which includes part numbers, pricing, delivery dates, etc.
- Interfaces and coordinates material requirements, lead times, optimum purchase quantities and prices with the Supervisor to maximize the service level to users.
- Communicates with user groups to determine potential change in usage patterns or possible phase out of current item demands.
- Maintains working knowledge of all interfacing areas within the company to insure continuity of materials and paperwork flow.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING ENVIRONMENT :
