What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Fortitude HR Solutions?
Our client, an aerospace component manufacturing division of a multi-billion dollar organization is looking to add a Buyer to their team. The Buyer will be responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, or equipment for the business. Additional responsibilities include:
- Extensive research, contract negotiation with suppliers, inventory management, evaluation of goods, and sticking within the budget.
- Placing purchase orders based on requisitions and MRP requirements. Ownership of POs from quoting through delivery.
- Being a member of a cross-functional new product development team, support NPI work, including new suppliers for new materials introduced, sourcing prototyping and materials, and other new-product development/new-product launch initiatives.
- Identify and recommend cost savings and improvement opportunities.
- Interact with supervisors, production managers, & business unit managers on material statuses and production planning issues.
- Maintain supplier relationships and track sub-tier performance. Present information to management and suggest action items for improvement.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain required
- Aerospace industry experience Required
- At least 3 years experience in purchasing and/or procurement
- Experience with manufacturing production planning or buying/purchasing in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Experience identifying and sourcing materials based on blueprints and other technical documents required
- Experience utilizing manufacturing or ERP software required - Visual a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Aerospace Manufacturing: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Branford, CT 06405: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $105,000