Supply Chain Buyer

About the Role:

Responsibilities:

• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders to meet production and department needs

• Negotiate pricing & terms within responsible sourcing scope

• Maintain relationships with suppliers, monitor performance, and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and pricing

• Quickly resolve supply chain disruptions and delivery delays

• Track and expedite orders to meet deadlines and program needs

• Develop relationships with internal stakeholders and teams (i.e. Mission Management, Engineering, Production, Accounting, etc) to anticipate and meet the business requirements

• Maintain accurate records, track procurement KPIs, and identify opportunities to streamline processes.

• Support the development and implementation of sourcing strategies

Requirements:

• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Equivalent Business Degree

• 1-3 years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Operations

• Demonstrated track record of cost reduction achievement

• Demonstrated track record of on time delivery of goods and services

• Strong Attention to Detail

• Strong presentation skills and the ability to interface with leadership

• Strong analytical skills and ability to breakdown data, spend, and purchasing data to drive continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Space / aerospace industry experience

• Experience in a manufacturing environment