Strategic Buyer

York Spaces Systems•Greenwood Village, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

York Space Systems is seeking a Strategic Buyer for the procurement and management of aerospace industry components and manufactured parts. The Strategic Buyer will support various departments of the Company through purchasing, supplier management, and inventory control efforts. This position collaborates with the departments of program management, production, inventory, IT, and finance to conduct business and operational support through effective purchasing. This position is an in-office and salaried position.

Requirements

Well organized
Strong math and analytical skills
Sound logic and deductive reasoning skills
Data entry
Negotiation
Purchasing
Inventory
Time management
2+ years of data input experience.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in MS Office applications.
Strong organization and documentation skills.
Strong research and analytical skills.
Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of purchasing experience in aerospace or similar field preferred.
5+ years of overall project, program, or supplier management experience or a degree I n a related field.
Prior ERP system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Buying goods, materials, services, and equipment for the Company.
Manage multiple supplier and/or commodities.
Negotiate the best deal for the Company and ensure a timely delivery of product.
Knowledge of and/or experience with principles and practices of purchasing, supplier management, negotiation of terms and conditions, and rules and regulations regarding purchased products.
Verify purchase requisitions by coordinating with the Planning team.
Communicate all purchase orders in an acceptable time frame.
Monitor, track, and update purchase order status to all end users on various software platforms.
Submit RFQs/RFPs and award bids to contract manufacturers.
Cultivate and manage new vendor relationships by selecting the most suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost efficiency.
Perform cost analysis and comparison to achieve best value to Company for all purchases of goods and services.
Perform purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
Host and conduct supplier status calls concerning make to spec procurements.
Contribute updates and data to internal project meetings with key stakeholders.
Utilize and manage P-card according to Company policy and procedure.
Maintain records of all transactions, purchase orders, and receipts.
Update ERP system with purchase status changes and transactions.
Update Stock Item Records in ERP system to reflect supplier-initiated changes.
Execute procurement strategies and make purchase decisions autonomously, aligning with organizational goals and budgetary constraints.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including but not limited to finance, operations, and engineering, to understand requirements and optimize procurement processes.
Engage and build relationships with multiple stakeholders, ensuring their needs and expectations are met while maintaining a strategic approach to purchasing.
Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements, leveraging this knowledge to enhance the procurement process and identify cost-effective, innovative solutions.
Continuously identify opportunities for streamlining procurement processes, implementing best practices, and enhancing efficiency.
Handle multiple procurement projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines without compromising quality.