Lead Buyer

VSE AVIATION INC (US)•Bridgeport, WV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Buyer is responsible for managing non-product procurement orders, including creating RFPs, obtaining approvals, and issuing purchase orders. This role involves managing vendor relationships, maintaining accounts with key suppliers, and ensuring the best pricing through research and quoting. The Lead Buyer also works closely with the Finance department to clear invoices and manage inventory, particularly for chemicals, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained. The position requires a self-starter with strong organizational and multitasking abilities, capable of working in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Ability to lift 25 pounds
US work authorization
Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance.
Must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized and have the ability to multi-task
Must possess normal dexterity and be able to lift and move heavy items
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Position requires frequent sitting and some walking, standing, climbing

Nice To Haves

2 years of procurement experience

Responsibilities

Receive and track non-product procurement orders
Create Request for Purchase (RFP) and obtain approvals
Create Purchase Orders to authorized vendors
Direct purchase order to vendor
Manage and maintain vendor relationships
Maintain accounts with Vallen/CDW/HAAS/Uline/Boeing/Univar for direct orders
Direct /Monitor fuel orders
Work with Non-Product Storeroom to maintain chemical inventory
Research/request quotes from multiple vendors to ensure best pricing
Create multiple Blanket Purchase Orders annually/Close out previous years Blanket Purchase Orders
Maintain Vendor Contact List
Work directly with Finance to clear invoices through work cycle and GRIR Report
Ensures proper approval of all new chemicals are obtained (EMOC through Pratt Quality)
Ensures all non-product requests are for approved items through Pratt Quality
Resolve issues as necessary
Work overtime when necessary to meet customer needs
Obtain proper Certificates of Conformance when applicable