Senior Buyer

Chromalloy•Windsor, CT

About The Position

Chromalloy is looking for a Senior Buyer to be a key member of the Procurement Team and an integral part of Chromalloy Connecticut’s Supply Chain. The Senior Buyer has responsibility and accountability for assisting in the business process, cost management, and the initiation and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives at a site level. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering against cost management targets and providing support across several activities, including but not limited to: Manage replenishment programs, identify new suppliers, solicit bids, and continually baseline existing suppliers to ensure competitiveness and performance. Collaborate with Planners and Operations to ensure inventory levers (min/max, lead times, etc..) remain current and accurate and utilize MRP system to procure materials for production and repairs (direct and indirect materials) consistent with quality, delivery and cost expectations. Manage daily operations and work with Procurement team members to issue purchase orders, expedite orders as necessary, resolve discrepant invoices and packing slips, and resolve items presented by both internal and external customers. Identify and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, supplier communication, and ERP/MRP system accuracy. Ensure adherence to internal procurement performance expectations. Negotiate and manage RFP/RFQs, purchase orders, pricing, terms, Capex projects, and supply agreements (as needed) to achieve cost savings and strategic alignment. Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on cost, quality, capability, and compliance requirements (AS9100, ITAR, DFARS). Provide information and analysis for make/buy decisions and negotiate supplier agreements and payment terms. Responsible for constant cost reductions through negotiation, improving and monitoring supplier metrics (OTD, Fill Rate, and Quality), JIT inventory, system lead times, and the introduction of new materials or processes following company policy. Maintain an in-depth understanding of key supplier business and financial risks. Interact with internal and external customers in Engineering, Production Control, Planning, Operations/Manufacturing, and with Suppliers. Assist Global Sourcing leadership with defined projects and execute corporate strategic sourcing initiatives.

Requirements

Significant exposure and experience with Capital Expense projects.
Strong Excel skills and ability to work in a large matrix environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive purchasing or sourcing experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing.
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, cost negotiation, and supplier management.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Epicor, Syteline, NetSuite, or equivalent).
Understanding of manufacturing processes for electronics, composites, machined parts, and assemblies.
Familiarity with AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, and supplier quality requirements.

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate autonomously with a high level of personal accountability to do what it takes to deliver results.
Clear thinker, tenacious and persistent in engagement at delivering results.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to collaborate and communicate at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects; develop, plan, manage and execute for results.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with high attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement principles preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage replenishment programs, identify new suppliers, solicit bids, and continually baseline existing suppliers to ensure competitiveness and performance.
Collaborate with Planners and Operations to ensure inventory levers (min/max, lead times, etc..) remain current and accurate and utilize MRP system to procure materials for production and repairs (direct and indirect materials) consistent with quality, delivery and cost expectations.
Manage daily operations and work with Procurement team members to issue purchase orders, expedite orders as necessary, resolve discrepant invoices and packing slips, and resolve items presented by both internal and external customers.
Identify and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, supplier communication, and ERP/MRP system accuracy. Ensure adherence to internal procurement performance expectations.
Negotiate and manage RFP/RFQs, purchase orders, pricing, terms, Capex projects, and supply agreements (as needed) to achieve cost savings and strategic alignment.
Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on cost, quality, capability, and compliance requirements (AS9100, ITAR, DFARS).
Provide information and analysis for make/buy decisions and negotiate supplier agreements and payment terms.
Responsible for constant cost reductions through negotiation, improving and monitoring supplier metrics (OTD, Fill Rate, and Quality), JIT inventory, system lead times, and the introduction of new materials or processes following company policy.
Maintain an in-depth understanding of key supplier business and financial risks.
Interact with internal and external customers in Engineering, Production Control, Planning, Operations/Manufacturing, and with Suppliers.
Assist Global Sourcing leadership with defined projects and execute corporate strategic sourcing initiatives.