Buyer I

AeroVironment • Pottstown, PA

1d • $21 - $29

About The Position

In this entry level role, the Buyer I performs procurement duties related to the purchasing of services, supplies and equipment in accordance to policies and regulations. In this role, one reviews and analyzes purchase requisitions as well as coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. The Buyer processes purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers. Position Responsibilities Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate terms and pricing for increasingly larger, complex and difficult materials & services. Develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are no longer competitive Manages and develops supplier relationships to reduce costs, improve & maintain quality, and ensure on-time delivery of purchased materials Negotiates terms and pricing for increasingly larger, complex and difficult materials and services. Writes and completes RFQ/RFP package Works with finance to resolve Accounting discrepancies in a timely manner, work on procurement/material projects as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager Demonstrates ability to read and interpret technical drawings/specifications. Has technical knowledge regarding manufacturing processes of an assigned commodity and demonstrates experience with purchasing practices and processes in manufacturing and engineering environments Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Has demonstrated knowledge of procurement concepts, methods and procedures Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Normally receives detailed instructions on assignments Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• AS/AA Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 0 - 2 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated understanding of commercial and FAR/DFAR Procurement rules, regulations and laws
• Demonstrated understanding and intermediate usage of computerized MRP/ERP systems
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Demonstrated competency in negotiating terms and pricing for materials and services is required
• Experienced reading and comprehending drawing specification sheets is required

Nice To Haves

• Certification for purchasing or supply chain professionals preferred (APICS or ISM certification)
• B.S. Degree in Business, Finance, Accounted or related discipline preferred
• Oracle experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
• A customer-service oriented attitude is required and is skilled at multi-tasking and being organized
• Highly organized and strong coordination skills to meet deadlines
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Has effective problem-solving, mathematical, time management, interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate terms and pricing for increasingly larger, complex and difficult materials & services.
• Develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are no longer competitive
• Manages and develops supplier relationships to reduce costs, improve & maintain quality, and ensure on-time delivery of purchased materials
• Negotiates terms and pricing for increasingly larger, complex and difficult materials and services.
• Writes and completes RFQ/RFP package
• Works with finance to resolve Accounting discrepancies in a timely manner, work on procurement/material projects as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager
• Demonstrates ability to read and interpret technical drawings/specifications.
• Has technical knowledge regarding manufacturing processes of an assigned commodity and demonstrates experience with purchasing practices and processes in manufacturing and engineering environments
• Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
• Has demonstrated knowledge of procurement concepts, methods and procedures
• Works on problems of limited scope.
• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.
• Normally receives detailed instructions on assignments
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree