Purchasing Agent V795

Visioneering•Auburn Hills, MI

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for procuring materials, components, and special process services that support aerospace production and program schedules. This role combines advanced purchasing expertise with supplier management, cost control, and deep understanding of aerospace quality and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of manufacturing process relates to the purchasing environment.
Thorough knowledge of vendor and material base.
Technical Capacity.
Financial Management.
Communication Proficiency.
Time Management.
Decision Making.
High School Diploma or recognized equivalent.
Three or more years relative experience.
U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

Responsibilities

Collaborating in a team-oriented environment with cross functional workers.
Negotiating vendor terms, prices and schedules delivery using knowledge of budget and schedule requirements.
Initiating purchase orders based on business requirements and inventory levels.
Adhering to purchasing policies, processes and procedures.
Using knowledge of material work planning and methods engineering processes and procedures to coordinate product deliveries.
Negotiating best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements.
Using knowledge of machines and equipment to schedule items necessary to continual production cycles.
Contributing to corporate quality policy and objectives.
Maintaining accurate filing system for all purchasing documentation.
Expediting delayed orders.
Communicating regularly with Purchasing Manager and Manufacturing Managers regarding vendor response and performance relative to projects.
Evaluating new suppliers – QMS, DPD, Special Processes and ITAR.
Monitoring and measuring supplier performance.
Resolving supplier quality problems.
Maintaining records and submitting for management review.