Strategic Buyer

• Work with Supply Chain Analysts and planners to procure material in support of production requirements
• Compile and issue Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders to suppliers
• Conduct in depth data analysis to identify cost saving and cost avoidance opportunities utilizing material procurement strategies
• Utilize knowledge of best purchasing practices as a government contractor
• Demonstrate rich knowledge of Supply Chain Management field and how it operates in a Manufacturing environment

Execute supplier negotiations in a coordinated effort with Purchasing and the planners.

Compile and manipulate data in order to make informed business decisions

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education/Training: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline preferred
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in material procurement in a manufacturing environment
• Aerospace and Defense background preferred
• Knowledge of best purchasing practices as a government contractor
• In depth knowledge of Supply Chain Management field and how it operates in a Manufacturing environment
• Security: Must be a US citizen
• Ability and to obtain a clearance may be required
• Physical Requirements: Able to assess, install, and modify equipment, and inspect machinery
• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
• Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
• Prolonged periods of standing while operating machinery
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time