Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

The Buyer position duties will involve the placing of service and indirect material purchase orders and following up with suppliers on delivery dates. Requesting product and service information, pricing, and following up with suppliers on delivery dates. Requesting product and service information, pricing, detail-oriented and highly organized with proven ability to manage priorities, exercise good judgement and flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain best possible price and lead-time for materials without sacrificing quality.
• Perform necessary purchasing activities (ie PO's) in accordance with TSI quality and AS9100 (aerospace) requirements.
• Expedite outside requirements accordingly to support manufacturing and other areas of the organization.
• Work with accounting and vendors to clear 3-way match issues.
• Source new suppliers and set up new suppliers in ERP system.
• Engaging in strategic buying for maintenance, and other areas focusing on proactive procurement rather than reactive order placements.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products and services.

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Required Experience

• A minimum of 2 years related work experience a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Customer-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with order management
• Experience supporting a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions

• Office-based or hybrid work environment
• Standard business hours, with occasional overtime during peak sales periods

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, and office equipment
• Occasional lifting of office materials or files (up to 15 lbs)

Compliance & Other Requirements

• Adherence to company policies, procedures, and professional standards
• Compliance with data privacy, confidentiality, and customer information requirements
• Ability to handle sensitive sales and customer information with discretion

Thermal Structures, a subsidiary of HEICO, is an industry-leading provider of insulation and composite products, backed by support that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We design and manufacture solutions that deliver superior performance in the most complex and demanding applications. From concept to completion, we have the resources to meet this challenge with world-class quality and value.

Company Description

Thermal Structures, a subsidiary of HEICO, is an industry-leading provider of insulation and composite products, backed by support that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We design and manufacture solutions that deliver superior performance in the most complex and demanding applications. From concept to completion, we have the resources to meet this challenge with world-class quality and value.