Buyer

Seal Dynamics (A HEICO Company) founded in 1976, with its corporate headquarters based in Hauppauge, NY is a world leader in technical sales and the distribution of aerospace components. Our unique marketing and technical sales approach is the most effective way to assist our customers in selecting products that reduce cost of ownership. Our current product portfolio includes structural, mechanical and electro‑mechanical products associated with both airframe and engine applications across all ATA Chapters. Through our strategic partnerships with some of the most respected OEMs in the aviation industry, Seal Dynamics stocks and distributes in excess of 100,000 products globally in support of our customer requirements. In addition to our distribution network, Seal Dynamics is a market leader in the design and development of FAA approved alternative parts. Our OEM licensed PMAs and Test and Computation PMAs offer our customers viable solutions in the reduction of operational costs. ROLE: Buyer This is an on‑site role based in Hauppauge, NY. Performs a variety of activities related to the procurement of products, inventory management and logistics in accordance with purchasing regulations and procedures. These activities include purchase order administration, open order book management, freight selection, inventory planning models, cost negotiation and communication with internal and external contacts. This position requires initiative, independent judgement, excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build relationships with our Strategic Partners.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Administers purchase orders from approval phase through order placement and acknowledgement. Manages Strategic Partner open backlog to ensure timely delivery of products and minimise past dues. Identification and selection of cost‑effective logistics providers. Clear and concise communication with both internal and external contacts. Schedules regular calls with supplier base. Recommends and creates inventory planning models to satisfy customer demands and optimise turns. Processes unique purchasing transactions according to company policy and ASA or ISO standards, industry specifications, and government regulations. Identifies and selects strategic suppliers to procure products, meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality and delivery date. In some instances, the Buyer will be responsible for the oversight of customs clearance requirements. Works with Product Management to ensure the correct products are in place to achieve sales forecast and order fill rates. KPI’s: Product Line Sales to Forecast, Order Fill Rates, Supplier Delivery Performance and Inventory Turns. Supports kitting programmes with sourcing components and releasing jobs into production. Builds and maintains effective working relationships with suppliers and internal personnel. Inventory planning and freight cost reduction. #J-18808-Ljbffr WENCOR