Purchasing Manager - Cox and Company
About The Position
Description Duties and Responsibilities Develop and execute sourcing strategies to meet production and business needs Manage vendor selection, negotiation, contract development, and supplier performance Support New Product Introduction by working directly with Engineering, including quote material providers and outside processing providers to support new projects Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure purchased components meet technical specifications and quality standards Evaluate and mitigate supply chain risks, including supply disruptions and cost fluctuations Maintain compliance with all industry standards and regulations (AS9100, ITAR, customer specific requirements) Track and report key performance metrics related to supplier performance, quality, cost savings, commodity pricing trends and inflation Develop and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers and partners Support and introduce continuous improvement initiatives across the procurement and supply chain functions. Supervisory Responsibilities Manage staff of three buyers in all phases of purchase of material and services.
Requirements
- 10+ years’ experience in managerial role in procurement in the aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing industry
- Strong knowledge of aerospace regulatory compliance, including but not limited to AS9100, NADCAP, ITAR, DFARS, EAR, and FAA/EASA
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Experience managing complex supplier relationships and multimillion dollar purchasing budgets
- Baccalaureate in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management
Nice To Haves
- ISM CPSM certification preferred
- APICS/ASCM certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies to meet production and business needs
- Manage vendor selection, negotiation, contract development, and supplier performance
- Support New Product Introduction by working directly with Engineering, including quote material providers and outside processing providers to support new projects
- Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure purchased components meet technical specifications and quality standards
- Evaluate and mitigate supply chain risks, including supply disruptions and cost fluctuations
- Maintain compliance with all industry standards and regulations (AS9100, ITAR, customer specific requirements)
- Track and report key performance metrics related to supplier performance, quality, cost savings, commodity pricing trends and inflation
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers and partners
- Support and introduce continuous improvement initiatives across the procurement and supply chain functions
- Manage staff of three buyers in all phases of purchase of material and services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
