Supply Chain Buyer

Aston Carter • Hanover Township, NJ

1d • $75,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

A highly reputable company is looking for a Supply Chain Buyer to join their team! This role includes a large range of duties including but not limited to managing supplier relationships and coordinate the procurement of materials, components, and services. Your efforts will support both ongoing operations and new product development initiatives, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery, and much more!

Requirements

• 5+ years of buyer/planning experience in discrete manufacturing within aerospace, medical device, or automotive industries.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Experience in purchasing within or from a machine shop.
• Experience negotiating prices and contracts.
• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and ensure supplier commitments.
• Experience sourcing electrical and mechanical components.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Project Management tools.

Nice To Haves

• APICS/ASCM Certification preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems implementation.
• Knowledge of federal acquisition regulations.

Responsibilities

• Achieve the lowest possible cost for materials, balancing quality and schedule needs.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals using negotiation and cost analysis techniques.
• Evaluate current and anticipated requirements through ERP/MRP action plans.
• Implement purchase contracts adhering to company and government regulations.
• Support new product introduction to provide optimal sourcing solutions.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Operations, Engineering, and Quality staff to meet production schedules and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Manage Purchase Order activities including creation, changes, VRMA, RTV, and invoice issues.
• Assist the Purchasing department and management with special projects and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Great benefits package
• Work life balance
• Clear career growth path
• Will be eligible for benefits (vision, medical, dental) after the first of the following month (ex. start on 4/15 can enroll in benefits on 5/1)
• Annual discretionary company bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level