Senior Buyer

Kinetic Engine Systems•Westfield, MA

19h

About The Position

Responsible to secure the best possible deals with vendors by conducting market research and negotiating contracts. They support the sourcing and purchasing goods and services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or High School Diploma with equivalent experience.
Experience in Aerospace industry.
Strong background in Raw Material purchasing.
Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations
Strong Negotiation Skills
Experience with engaging Supplier and building Relationships.
Advance Analytical skills to gather, process and interpret data to solve problems and make decisions to help in cost savings and to mitigate risk.
Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally.
Ability to read and interrupt work instructions to follow through and complete task.
Ability to multi-task, and pivot from one task to another
Ability to identify and solve problem as they arise.
Ability to Identifies areas for improvement in the supply processes and implements strategies to enhance efficiency.
Ability to work well with other employees.
Ability to train other Buyers.
Ability to coordinate and plan future orders.
Ability to manage projects and get them done in a timely manner.
Ability to conduct research and evaluating market condition for future needs
Strong attention to details
Time Management and Organizational skills.
Excellent Interpersonal and customer service skills

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to safety regulation and standard. Follow Safety culture and wear PPE when required.
Analyze vendors for Cost Saving Improvements.
Reviews requisitions and creates purchase orders, then monitor order status to ensure timely delivery.
Finding and evaluating potential suppliers, negotiating prices, terms, and delivery schedules.
Work with operating system to maintain accuracy of purchase orders to clearly communicate availability dates and quantities to internal customers.
Purchase items at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, vendors, and internal departments.
Maintain current and potential source information in connection with materials and responsible for file management on all Raw material certs.
Negotiates with suppliers regarding price, lead time, order quantities, shipping terms, and delivery expectations in accordance with strategic objectives.
Attends weekly production meetings to advise on raw material order status.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply and competitive pricing.
Selecting and maintaining sources of supply, using progressive purchasing techniques and methods.
Resolves quality/delivery discrepancies and maintains clear, timely communication to internal stakeholders.
Negotiate vendor rejections and settlement. Responsible to advise vendor of reasons for rejection and cost incurred as a result of defective material.
Coordinate internal and external logistics for pickup/drop-off and truck maintenance.
Follow 6s Procedures and maintains a clean organized work area.
Work with engineering, standards, and cost improvement groups for new designs, materials, or suppliers.
Visit vendor plants to analyze facilities and capabilities.
Selecting vendors, setting proper prices, and studying F.O.B. points to mitigate risk.
Provides effective on the job training to new and existing employees, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their jobs.
Performs other related duties as assigned