Buyer

Axxeum•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

Works with various departments on a daily basis to determine program or company needs and the necessary methods to process requisitions based on dollar amount, timeliness required, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding.

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years of direct Procurement/Purchasing experience for an aerospace/aviation organization
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Knowledgeable with AS9100 standards
Knowledgeable with ERP systems as they relate to material management in support of internal and external customers
Knowledgeable of EDI/EDE systems
Knowledgeable of FARS/DEFARs
Knowledgeable with EAR/ITAR
Well-developed critical thinking skills
Highest level of attention to detail
Ability to prioritize tasks and to solve problems with a sense of urgency
Must demonstrate positive, polite, and professional behavior at all times when dealing with co-workers, customers, and all levels of management

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and develop sources for a variety of aerospace/aviation supplies and products
Source parts - prepare requests for quotations
Analyze supplier responses – assess quotes and compile a detailed assessment of cost breakdowns
Enter and maintain quotes in the system – verify purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarify unclear items; recommend alternatives, confirm supplier compliance with ISO 9001:15 and AS9100D Standards.
Assist on responding to RFI, RFP, RFQs for suppliers – review quotations for proposal decisions with management
Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing, procurement, finance, administration, and aviation departments within the company
Follow up on open orders with vendors, maintain current planned delivery schedules as per requirements
Track actual purchase cost versus the quoted price used in the program proposal
Research, interview and negotiate with suppliers to obtain quotes as well as lead times
Prepare and execute negotiation strategies resulting in contractual documents and binding agreements
Responsible for input, accuracy, and integrity of procurement data (e.g., lead time and other critical planning parameters)
Identify market trends in commodities and escalate potential risks to the appropriate parties
Perform analysis of purchased materials and services and make recommendations regarding volume agreements for procurement of common stock and services
Ensure compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements
Recommend new processes or system for improvement – implement new idea and strategies
Maintain Supplier files in QT9