Purchasing Agent

Job Title
Purchasing Agent
Who are we?

As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,000 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.8 billion euros in 2024. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners

Daher is seeking for a Purchasing Agent to manage purchasing activities, whether in development or in serial life. They will work in close collaboration with the SCL, SPM and all internal customers (Plant, Sales, Quality, and Program). Responsible for the CBS of purchased products but also of non-aircraft products related to the program (including tools on specification).

Primary Role and Responsibilities:

• Researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services.
• Selecting the most suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Monitoring inventory levels and determining purchase needs.
• Requesting cost proposals and negotiating contracts and prices.
• Preparing and processing purchase orders.
• Maintaining records of all transactions, purchase orders, receipts, and payments.
• Scheduling and verifying purchase deliveries.
• Building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations.
• Monitor Safety Stock forecasts (series, new product launches, industrial transfers) to ensure deliveries and product availability to meet customer needs without generating obsolete stock.
• Within the framework of contracts with entrusted supplies, to ensure the good supply of raw materials in the respect of the delivery cycles.
• Control the supply parameters (batch size, kanban sizing, security level, etc.) and the replenishment method (deterministic, kanban, order points, VMI, consignment) to optimize availability and stock levels.
• Analyze the stocks of perishable materials and ensure their proper management to limit destruction and stock shortages.
• Analyze monthly on its portfolio the valuation of the stocks of bought products, of the dormant and obsolete stocks, to seek axes of optimization, to lead the plan of associated actions validated by its hierarchical superior and to report to him.
• To be responsible for the value of the inventory in its perimeter
• Monitor the receipt of Supplier Acknowledgements, analyze them, negotiate, if necessary, then enter the agreement in the SAP / ERP and send the amendment to the supplier.
• Follow up with suppliers in advance to ensure that product delivery dates are respected.
• Ensure that the delivery deadlines are correctly positioned and if necessary, cancel / adjust the resource elements considering the contractual conditions.
• Take charge of the daily collaboration (quantity, deadline) with suppliers to ensure operational efficiency.
• In the event of an emergency request, negotiate with suppliers for lead times outside the production cycle, having prepared the negotiation levers (quantities, dates, prices, revision of the overall delivery schedule) beforehand. In case of need to look for an alternative source, he / she will have to contact the Sourcing Manager. For any special part supply, breakdown service, equivalent product, the supplier will carry out a DA and the order will be validated by the buyer.
• Coordinate the treatment of the disputes Reception/Invoicing (Qty / Delay / Return Quality).

What you need to have:

• Proficiency in SAP / MRP / CRM and inventory management software programs
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Degree in business administration, procurement, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience as a purchasing agent or in Aircraft Industry.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organization and documentation skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Address and resolve QSE alerts raised by personnel
• Ensure that your team has the skills required for their jobs (QSE training, accreditations, etc.)
• Support QSE maturity development in your sector

Information related to the position:

The compensation range is $60,000 to $70,000 base salary plus an annual target bonus. Any prospective offer will take into account the overall experience the successful candidate brings to the role. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.

Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.