Sr. Buyer - Defense & Space Manufacturing Hollister, CA, US Posted 2 hours ago
Ralliant Corporation
- # Sr. Buyer - Defense & Space ManufacturingHollister, CA, United States**Job Title:**Sr. Buyer**Department:** Supply Chain, Quality, Operations & FBS - Exempt**Reports To:**Purchasing Manager**Responsibilities:****Active supply base management to optimize supplier performance and accommodate operational excellence. Champion problem-solving activities, foster continuous improvement environment and influence stakeholders. The Sr. Buyer is responsible for the ordering, based on approved requisitions, and availability of materials to meet development/production requirements. This includes responsibility for developing and maintaining competitive sources for materials, supplies and services.*** PO Process + Executes, purchase order, blanket purchase orders and other measures to secure long term supply & fix pricing. + Identified opportunities for supplier Kan Ban, safety stock or VMI & initiate. + Ensures that purchase order records are always accurate, and resolves any discrepancies about price, lead time, transportation & T/C’s expeditiously. + Manages the execution of complex processing & operations. + Responds urgently to shortages or push outs. Able to resolve and manage effectively to prevent disruption to operations & customer expectations. + Follows all company purchasing policies and procedures. + Receives and evaluates proposals from potential suppliers. Develops negotiation plans, and with management approval, completes negotiations. + Documents procurement files to show that competent consideration has been given to all factors essential to effective and economical procurement.* Negotiations + Lead negotiation on costs, inventory & standard T/Cs + Price justification and cost analysis + Ability to influence multiple suppliers.* Daily Work + Leads supplier on-time delivery corrective actions. + Source for escalation for daily issues + Perform root cause analysis to facilitate daily management & problem solving. + Lead audit initiatives on standard work + Train other buyers + Ability to lead/mentor & develop standard work. + Conducts all compliance activity to support corporate & business requirements. + Pre-emptively manage material obsolescence & lifecycle events + Responsible for resolving supplier feedback. + Fully understand origin of system messages and ability to troubleshoot. + Facilitate change management within department and externally. Coordinates engineering, manufacturing, and quality control requirements with suppliers.* Continuous Improvement + Lead/Facilitate various continuous improvement events.* Supply Base Management + Understands and may influence suppliers supply chain, takes action to mitigate risk. + Develops and maintains competitive sources for materials, supplies and services. Coordinates source selection decisions with other company activities as required. + Keeps abreast of the market, business cycles, scarcity, and surplus conditions. + Ability to influence supplier and supply chain performance. + Ability to create solutions to shortages, cost or pushouts through collaboration, alternatives, and innovation. + Knowledge of scorecard rating & SCARs. + Identifies new sources & performs basic capability assessment. + Responsible for source transition activity, part qualification. + Develops and maintains good supplier relations by adhering to high standards of business ethics and fair dealing**Qualifications – External:*** 3+ years of purchasing experience in an aerospace environment or equivalent experience.* At least 3 years of working in an MRP environment. Working knowledge of Kanban, a plus.* Good negotiating skills.**Education and Experience:*** Bachelor of Science in Business or related field or 5+ years related experience in lieu of degree* CPM and/or APICS certification desirable**Working Conditions**: On Site, with 10% remote option available**Benefits**:* PTO* 401K* Health Insurance (medical, dental, optical)* Tuition reimbursement* Parental leave (mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents)In addition to the benefits, you’d expect we also offer flexibility, stability, and prosperity:* A bonus payment for all associates, paid quarterly, based on company performance and behavior metrics* Promotion from within culture.* Opportunity to move vertically or laterally* A culture where we all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together, for each other, for our customers, and for the world.#LI-SM2**Ralliant Corporation Overview**Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.**About PacSci EMC**Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: RAL) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, US citizenship is a requirement for this position due to U.S. Government contractual requirements. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.**Bonus or Equity** This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.**Pay Range** The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 73,100.00 - 135,700.00The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected
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