Sr. Buyer - Defense & Space Manufacturing

Job Title

Sr. Buyer
Department

Supply Chain, Quality, Operations & FBS - Exempt
Reports To

Purchasing Manager
Responsibilities

Active supply base management to optimize supplier performance and accommodate operational excellence. Champion problem‑solving activities, foster continuous improvement environment and influence stakeholders. The Sr. Buyer is responsible for the ordering, based on approved requisitions, and availability of materials to meet development/production requirements. This includes responsibility for developing and maintaining competitive sources for materials, supplies and services.
PO Process

Executes purchase orders, blanket purchase orders and other measures to secure long‑term supply & fix pricing.
Identifies opportunities for supplier Kanban, safety stock or VMI & initiates.
Ensures that purchase order records are always accurate, and resolves any discrepancies about price, lead time, transportation & T/C's expeditiously.
Manages the execution of complex processing & operations.
Responds urgently to shortages or push outs. Able to resolve and manage effectively to prevent disruption to operations & customer expectations.
Follows all company purchasing policies and procedures.
Receives and evaluates proposals from potential suppliers. Develops negotiation plans, and with management approval, completes negotiations.
Documents procurement files to show that competent consideration has been given to all factors essential to effective and economical procurement.

Negotiations

Lead negotiation on costs, inventory & standard T/Cs.
Price justification and cost analysis.
Ability to influence multiple suppliers.

Daily Work

Leads supplier on‑time delivery corrective actions.
Source for escalation for daily issues.
Perform root cause analysis to facilitate daily management & problem solving.
Lead audit initiatives on standard work.
Train other buyers.
Ability to lead/mentor & develop standard work.
Conducts all compliance activity to support corporate & business requirements.
Pre‑emptively manage material obsolescence & lifecycle events.
Responsible for resolving supplier feedback.
Fully understand origin of system messages and ability to troubleshoot.
Facilitate change management within department and externally. Coordinates engineering, manufacturing, and quality control requirements with suppliers.

Continuous Improvement

Lead/Facilitate various continuous improvement events.

Supply Base Management

Understands and may influence supplier's supply chain, takes action to mitigate risk.
Develops and maintains competitive sources for materials, supplies and services. Coordinates source selection decisions with other company activities as required.
Keeps abreast of the market, business cycles, scarcity, and surplus conditions.
Ability to influence supplier and supply chain performance.
Ability to create solutions to shortages, cost or pushouts through collaboration, alternatives, and innovation.
Knowledge of scorecard rating & SCARs.
Identifies new sources & performs basic capability assessment.
Responsible for source transition activity, part qualification.
Develops and maintains good supplier relations by adhering to high standards of business ethics and fair dealing.

Qualifications – External

3+ years of purchasing experience in an aerospace environment or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of working in an MRP environment. Working knowledge of Kanban, a plus.
Good negotiating skills.
Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science in Business or related field or 5+ years related experience in lieu of degree.
CPM and/or APICS certification desirable.
Working Conditions

On Site, with 10% remote option available.
Benefits

PTO
401K
Health Insurance (medical, dental, optical)
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave (mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents)
Bonus or Equity

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 71,100.00 - 132,100.00.
Is this role subject to ITAR?

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations.
Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com.

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