Buyer, Staff

Buyer Position

We are looking for a Buyer to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location!

Salary: $52,800.00 - $88,000.00 per year

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Responsibilities:

Under general direction, purchases a variety of materials, supplies and services. Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. Processes purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers. Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate highest quality at best value. May recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing. Interacts closely with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues.

We Take Care of Our People:

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:

• Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service.
• Follows up on all awards until completion of order.
• Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes.
• Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
• Responsible for complying with corporate policies, procedures and underlying Federal, state and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials, or services.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field and 2-8 years of purchasing experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Government procurement experience
• Ability to make decisions or suggestions based on rules or procedures
• Experience with ERP Systems with Oracle ERP system preferred
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office programs
• Organized, self-motivated, proactive and results-oriented; ability to multi-task
• Have a good sense for priority setting and time management; ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines
• Ability to work individually with minimal supervision or with a team
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Working knowledge of basic contract law
• Must be sole US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

EMD a business unit of Curtiss-Wright in Cheswick, PA designs, manufactures, tests, and provides after-market support for the most advanced, proven and reliable critical function pumps, motors, generators, seals, control rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development, manufacture, and qualification of critical-function machining solutions for the United States Navy and the commercial nuclear utility industry.

At this facility we have a flexible work schedule Work from home (1 day) OR 9/80 schedule.