What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assoc position at RADIUS AEROSPACE INC?
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Radius Aerospace– Hot Springs is a leading manufacturer of sheet metal parts and assemblies used in the aviation industry. We utilize a wide range of metal forming techniques and special manufacturing processes, servicing the commercial, military, regional jet, helicopter, and general aviation markets.
Position Summary
Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. May prepare request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Know and follow general company and corporate policies and procedures.
- Know, understand, and follow department policies and procedures.
- Determines best supply source(s) by executing & analyzing competitive RFP/RFQ’s.
- Responsibility as a liaison between the company and suppliers by negotiating costs and delivery requirements, requiring the ability to recognize priorities and to act upon those needs.
- Conducts regular supplier reviews as scheduled with all assigned suppliers and will sponsor productivity improvement plans with those suppliers when identifying critical areas for improvement.
- Facilitates procurement process by issuing purchase orders and amendments in accordance with production requirements and inventory goals.
- Will also be responsible for responding & reacting to internal schedule changes and be able to communicate to the supply chain these changes, and to support escalation, or downgrades to the current production schedules with external suppliers.
- Conducts regularly scheduled outreach to supply chain in support of procurement activities to ensure compliance with delivery schedules of purchased materials with all assigned external suppliers.
- Ensures on time delivery by expediting suppliers as required.
- Provides support to purchasing manager by advising of any unusual trends in cost, quality or delivery.
- Will sponsor satisfactory resolution to any supplier quality issues should they arise.
- Ability to work efficiently within production time standards to meet production deadlines.
- Contributes to team effort by maintaining a positive outlook.
- Complies with all company policies and procedures, including safety requirements
- Report to work on time, follow instructions from supervisor or management, interact well co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned, requested or needed.
Position Requirements
- High School Diploma or general education degree (DEG) required
- Bachelor’s degree in business and/or Supply Chain Management preferred
- At least 2 years purchasing experience, preferably Aerospace related.
- Must possess basic computer proficiency and functional knowledge with applications and activities.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Employee Benefits: Our employees are our most valuable asset. We strive to offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:
- Competitive salary
- 401k with company match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Prescription Medication Coverage
- Vision Insurance
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Generous paid time off program
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Casual dress
To learn more about what we do, who we are, and what we value, please visit our website at http://www.radiusaerospace.com.
*** Radius Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ***
*** In order to maintain our Drug-Free work environment, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required. ***
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