Purchasing Supervisor

Job Title: Purchasing Supervisor

Location: Garden City, NY

Department: Procurement/Purchasing

Reports To: Site General Manager

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Purchasing Supervisor to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronics and electro-mechanics manufacturing, along with extensive experience in procurement, vendor management, and supply chain operations. This role requires an individual with a keen eye for detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a solid understanding of the manufacturing processes involved in aerospace and defense industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring timely acquisition of materials, components, and services critical to the aerospace and defense manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers of electronics and electro-mechanical components, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels for key materials, ensuring that there are no shortages that could impact production schedules. Work closely with production planning and inventory teams to align purchasing strategies with demand forecasts.
• Lead negotiations for procurement contracts, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and defense contracting requirements.
• Assist in developing and managing purchasing budgets, ensuring that costs are controlled and within the allocated limits while maintaining quality and meeting production requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to understand material requirements, resolve supply chain issues, and ensure alignment between purchasing and manufacturing schedules.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, government regulations, and industry standards in the procurement of materials and components. Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities and transactions.
• Supervise a team of purchasing agents and coordinators, providing mentorship, training, and performance evaluations to ensure high levels of productivity and efficiency.
• Identify and implement improvements to the purchasing processes, contributing to the overall efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the procurement function.
• Resolve any procurement-related issues, such as supply chain disruptions, quality control concerns, and delivery delays, while minimizing production downtime.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. Relevant certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager) are a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role in an aerospace/defense manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in purchasing and managing materials related to electronics and electro-mechanics manufacturing. Familiarity with components such as circuit boards, sensors, actuators, motors, wiring harnesses, and other electro-mechanical parts commonly used in aerospace and defense applications.
• Strong understanding of the aerospace, defense, and manufacturing industries, including relevant regulations, standards (e.g., ITAR, DFARS), and the unique challenges of sourcing materials for these sectors.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.