Buyer

Continental Aerospace Technologies™ Buyer

Continental Aerospace Technologies™ has been a leader in aviation innovation for more than 120 years, continually pushing the limits of general aviation and shaping the evolution of aircraft performance and reliability. Today, we are a global force with a full range of gasoline and Jet-A engines built on a legacy of engineering excellence, technological advancement, and a strong commitment to safety. Continental continues to deliver industry-leading engine solutions while opening the door to exciting careers for those who want to help shape the future of flight. At Continental, you're not just joining an industry leading aviation company—you're joining a team that truly loves what we do. Our T.E.A.M. values—Transparency, Efficiency, Accountability, and Morality—which guide how we work, collaborate, and support one another. We're proud to foster an environment where every voice matters, every idea is valued, and every employee has room to grow. If you're driven by progress and passionate about shaping the future, Continental Aerospace Technologies™ offers a career path that lets you grow and make a difference.

Position Overview:

Continental Aerospace Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our dynamic Supply Chain team. As a Buyer, you will play a key role in our supply chain by managing the procurement of production parts for our engine manufacturing facility. You will be responsible for ensuring outsourced parts are procured on-spec, on-time, and on-budget, developing and maintaining supplier relationships. This role requires a proactive individual with strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, relationship building abilities, and problem-solving mindset.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Purchase Order Management: Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders and change notices for production parts and tooling, ensuring timely and accurate procurement to meet production schedules.
• Supplier Development and Management: Identify, select, and develop suppliers to ensure they provide high-quality parts on time and at competitive costs. Monitor supplier performance to ensure adherence to supplier performance KPIs.
• Inventory Optimization: Efficiently use MRP system to issue, reschedule, and monitor purchase orders, ensuring required stock levels are maintained, excess inventory is avoided, and obsolescence is minimized.
• Market and Supplier Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis and reporting on market conditions and trends that may impact the quality, delivery, or cost of purchased products. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of supplier financial health and capacity.
• Policy Compliance and Representation: Adhere to company procurement policies, quality system procedures, and ethical standards. Represent Continental Aerospace Technologies professionally to external organizations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Communicate and interact with other departments to ensure parts availability, resolve supplier issues, and implement engineering design changes seamlessly.
• Cost Reduction and Supplier Development: Plan and execute cost reduction initiatives, resourcing, and supplier development programs. Collaborate with Cross-Functional team to drive continuous improvement projects, value engineering, and corrective actions across the supply base.

Characteristics For Success

• Analytical Expertise: Strong ability to perform complex analysis, including data gathering, working with internal and external stakeholders, selecting appropriate analytical methods, and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative inputs. Strong communication skills, team-oriented with proven experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Effective Communication: Excellent communication skills, with a proven track record of working effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability: Flexibility and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced and high-mix manufacturing environment.
• Detail Orientation: Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to meeting deadlines and business needs with accurate and timely information.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions proactively.
• Team Collaboration: Strong team player with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across departments and external suppliers.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Commitment to continuous improvement and the ability to drive and support improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration is preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred. This includes demonstrated success in procurement roles, particularly within high-mix, fast-paced manufacturing environments.