Supplier Account Manager

Supply Chain SpecialistStrong supply chain individual skilled in requesting and processing quotes for aerospace and related products to satisfy internal customer demands. This individual(s) should be proficient in processing Request for Quotes (RFQ's) to support the current business demands for both Distribution and Repair Management Services. This person will be instrumental in supplying expeditious quotes to support internal customers and/or stakeholders.Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Maintain 24-hour RFQ turn-around time to supplier(s)Follow up with suppliers to close out aging RFQsAbility to understand key product requirements to ensure proper processing of RFQ'sPerform parts and/or services procurement activities (individual, multiple, and/or large tenders) for AllClear Distribution and Repair ServicesDevelop an efficient and accurate system for monitoring all open purchase ordersExecute effective follow up operations for obtaining confirmations and statuses of open purchase ordersDeliver a daily report to customer service representatives, operations, and finance, indicating expected incoming material and projected revenuesAttend daily staff meetings to discuss the status of incoming and/or working purchase ordersWork with the inventory team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing productsUpdate ERP database with status of open purchase ordersWork with suppliers/vendors to communicate and obtain required trace documentation and meet purchase order requirementsCoordinate part procurement requirements with requesting departments or techniciansPrepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for goods, equipment, and suppliesVerify specifications and price; challenge sourcing/savings options, and/or obtain identify substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department and ensuring shop manual complianceDevelop supplier relationships, coordinate supplier schedule commitments, and manage delivery commitmentsWork with quality to manage supplier metrics and trends to improve cost, quality, and schedule performanceSupport program management and operations project planning and scheduling to assure a seamless execution and delivery of products and servicesWork with program management and operations personnel to improve supplier performance and eliminate inefficiencies, redundancies, and non-value-added requirementsInterface with engineering and manufacturing/operations to ensure customer requirements and specifications on products and/or services are flowed down to suppliersSeek alternative resolutions for sourcing challenges in collaboration with customer service, engineering, and techniciansResolve invoice issues and work closely with finance for vendor paymentsMeet expectations of clear communication with external internal customers (suppliers and internal stakeholders)Keep internal and external customers updated on the status of orders, current or anticipated problems, and circumstances which may affect delivery, quality, and/or priceMake confident, fact-based, decisions and act on decisions while considering riskOrganized, flexible, and easily adaptable to changing conditionsUnderstand and perform functions in accordance with AS9120 and ISO9001 StandardsQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and Experience· High School Diploma or equivalent (GED), required· Associate degree or advanced, preferred· Supply Chain certifications (APICs, etc.) preferred· Aerospace, Distribution, Repair Management, and/or Military experience highly desired· 5+ years related experience in supply chain, sourcing, procurement functions, and/or training, preferred· Demonstrated proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite, preferred· ERP / MRP experience desiredLanguage SkillsFluent in EnglishForeign Language skills desirable; Spanish preferredAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business informationAbility to effectively communicate via phone, email, and in-person.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managersMathematical SkillsAbove averageAbility to work with mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and divisionAbility to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situationsPhysical DemandsCustomary physical demands for office environmentAbility to lift up to 40 lbs. and greater than 40 lbs. with assistanceReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsWork EnvironmentTraditional office environment with attached warehouse environmentReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsTravelPeriodic travel may be required as deemed necessary to perform this job