Buyer 3

Universal Avionics•Tucson, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, responsible for carrying out broad assignments involving the purchase of important items, requiring extensive or specialized knowledge and experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Ability to request quotes and place Purchase Orders of low to medium complexity and process a high volume of Purchase Orders. Ability to read and understand drawings. Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic, fast paced, changing environment. DOD procurement experience and knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS). Ability to seek and qualify alternate suppliers. Developing sources of supply where vendors and preferred suppliers are inadequate. Ability to lead supplier negotiations (price, schedule, supplier exceptions to contractual flow down requirements, and terms and conditions). Ability to conduct post-award management in accordance with company directives and work instructions. Ability to handle multiple decisions based on workload dispersion and program priorities. Strong problem-solving skills as well as the ability to plan strategically while supporting daily tactical and detailed activities. Proficiency to perform and comprehend price analyses, source selection/justification. Ability to filter information from multiple sources to drive innovative solutions. Effective at influencing others. Knowledge of supply chain processes related to inventory growth/or and reduction efforts. Knowledge of franchise distributors. Understanding of different methods to purchase inventory such as long-term agreements, blanket purchase agreements, Kanban, dock-to-stock, in-plant supplier store, etc. Negotiates contracts where losses occurring through errors of judgment would involve large dollar amounts. May provide work leadership and train lower-level buyers. This is a senior level non-management position.

Requirements

Extensive or specialized knowledge and experience in purchasing important items
DOD procurement experience
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to plan strategically while supporting daily tactical and detailed activities
Effective at influencing others
Knowledge of supply chain processes related to inventory growth/or and reduction efforts
Knowledge of franchise distributors
Understanding of different methods to purchase inventory such as long-term agreements, blanket purchase agreements, Kanban, dock-to-stock, in-plant supplier store, etc.
Demonstrates attention to detail
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully
Works well in group problem solving situations
Assesses own strengths and weaknesses
Strives to continuously build knowledge and skill
Shares expertise with others
Writes clearly and concisely
Adapts to changes in the work environment
Able to manage competing demands
Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility for own actions
Keeps commitments, commits to long hours of work if necessary to reach goals
Completes tasks on time
Supports and explains reasoning for decisions
Includes appropriate personnel in decision-making process
Prioritizes and plans work activities
Use time effectively
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Applies feedback to improve performance
Monitors own work to ensure quality

Nice To Haves

Work authorization and citizenship status inquiry for compliance with U.S. export laws and regulations (ITAR and EAR)

Responsibilities

Request quotes and place Purchase Orders of low to medium complexity
Process a high volume of Purchase Orders
Read and understand drawings
Multi-task and perform in a dynamic, fast paced, changing environment
Seek and qualify alternate suppliers
Develop sources of supply where vendors and preferred suppliers are inadequate
Lead supplier negotiations (price, schedule, supplier exceptions to contractual flow down requirements, and terms and conditions)
Conduct post-award management in accordance with company directives and work instructions
Handle multiple decisions based on workload dispersion and program priorities
Perform and comprehend price analyses, source selection/justification
Filter information from multiple sources to drive innovative solutions
Negotiate contracts where losses occurring through errors of judgment would involve large dollar amounts
Provide work leadership and train lower-level buyers

Benefits

Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
Preventive care covered at 100%
Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
Teladoc virtual care access
Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
Tuition reimbursement
Gym reimbursement
Wellness programs: One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
Travel assistance and employee discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support: Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support