Buyer

CMI Group Aerospace & Defense•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Buyer Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Location: South Phoenix - 3617 E La Salle St, Phoenix, AZ 85040 Full time, on site position REQUIRED: Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or similar technical discipline.
Prior Procurement experience is a plus.
Ability to lift moderate to heavy objects, up to 25 lbs unassisted.
U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.
Ability to work 40+ hours per week
Sufficient verbal and written communication skills
Good problem solving skills

Nice To Haves

Good technical knowledge of procurement and sourcing
Must be highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to deal tactfully and confidently with internal/external customers at all levels
Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship building skills
Intermediate MS Excel (Office) knowledge (pivot tables, vlookups, basic formulas)
Ability to multi-task projects and assess priorities in a complex and demanding environment.
Some experience or knowledge in using database systems (ERP/MRP/MPS)
Need to be well organized and exhibit follow through abilities

Responsibilities

Drive supplier material delivery in line with key customer requirements.
Plans, schedules, and administrates purchase orders to ensure material is delivered on time.
Escalates within supplier and CMI for demand-supply gaps.
Capable of sending out RFQ’s and evaluating supplier quotes
Track multiple procurements by supplier and manage supplier improvement
Develop supplier relationships and drive supplier performance.
Drive key metrics including supplier OTTR, PO acknowledgment, forecast alignment, past due, and decommits.
Demonstrates an active commitment to continuous improvement in the areas of Quality, Cost, Delivery and Lead Time.
Follow-up with suppliers.
Acts as intermediary between vendors and internal customers to resolve fabrication, cost and schedule issues, to satisfy customers