BUYER II

This position reports to the Procurement Manager at our Gilbert, AZ facility. This position is responsible for sourcing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies with vendors. This position will primarily review engineering BOMs to seek out sources new and old for cost analysis; evaluate quotes, services, quality ratings, and delivery ratings to determine the most desirable suppliers. This position works closely with sales, engineering, and materials (warehouse) by focusing on determining material costs for bid packages and proposals, while maximizing customer satisfaction.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Prepare/release material cost workups for bid packages and proposals in a timely manner in support of company metrics.
• Research new sources of supply for a growing company expanding into new markets/industries.
• Assist Procurement Manager with analyzing major cost reductions and development of value-add efficiencies in the quoting process.
• Work with engineering to validate BOM and part number accuracy.
• Work with fabrication suppliers to ensure quality and on-time delivery of product in support of internal and external company metrics.
• Perform supply chain projects as directed by management.

ABOUT YOU:

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, engineering, or supply chain management; 5 years equivalent experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of both education and experience.
• Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in research practices using tools such as Google.
• Prior experience working in an AS9100 Aerospace Manufacturing environment.
• Familiar with various mechanical processing steps - machining, metal fabrication, wet processing, painting/coatings, etc.
• Ability to read and understand production plans, the flow of materials during the manufacturing cycle, and engineering documents.
• Effective communication of issues, concerns, or potential delays in gathering material quotes.
• Utilization of Excel using formulas, macros, and templates to effectively submit material costs.
• Completion of duties with minimal to 0 mistakes.
• Ability to work in group problem solving situations.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES AND OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS:

• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
• Knowledge of purchasing a broad range of materials such as custom mechanical parts, Information Technologies, medical supplies, and office items
• Experience with purchasing negotiation strategies (Min/Max, LTA, Consignment, Net Terms, Freight)
• Experience in low volume, high mix manufacturing
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems