Senior Buyer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation•Cheswick, PA

13d•$69,200 - $92,200•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Senior Buyer to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location. The Senior Buyer is responsible for executing complex or technical procurement activities, including high-value purchases. This role negotiates pricing and contract terms, drives sourcing efforts and supplier performance to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field and 5-7 years of purchasing experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
Advanced working knowledge of contract law and business terms and conditions.
Ability to make decisions or suggestions based on rules or procedures.
Problem solving skills in situations in which prior experience with similar problems has shown which choice is most appropriate, selecting from known alternatives.
Experience with ERP Systems with Oracle ERP system preferred.
Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office programs.
Organized, self-motivated, proactive and results-oriented; ability to multi-task.
Have a good sense for priority setting and time management; ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines.
Ability to work individually with minimal supervision or with a team.
Build and maintain effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders, suppliers and auditors
Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.
Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens.
Must be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Government procurement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Executes end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value materials, components and services.
Negotiates and administers complex purchase orders and agreements.
Issues and administers purchase orders, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable Federal, state, and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials or services.
Drives supplier selection.
Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring (cost, quality, delivery) and corrective action implementation.
Proactively addresses issues and escalates as needed.
Resolves complex invoice discrepancies, receiving issues and supplier disputes.
Maintains accurate and complete procurement records.
Collaborates with internal stakeholders including manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to ensure alignment with program schedules and requirements.
Drives cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.