Technical Buyer

Jet Avion is seeking a Senior Technical Buyser for a full time direct hire position in Hollywood, FL.

The Senior Technical Buyer is charged with the management and execution of the company's total supply chain strategy. The remit includes inventory control, supplier identification and management, sourcing & demand management and cost control. This role will interface extensively with external and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination and hand off between all contributors to the supply chain function. It will entail continuous tactical execution (Purchasing / Inventory Transactions) together with continuous improvement and management of processes and procedures to ensure optimal supply chain performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supplier identification and management from request for quotation to delivery acceptance including price negotiation and scheduling.
• Inventory management and coordination to minimize excess material and maximize order fulfillment.
• Data analysis to uncover trends and deviations and thereby facilitate proactive inventory, supply chain and demand management.
• Drive effective and timely communication between upstream and downstream stakeholders to ensure optimal supply chain performance, agility and flexibility.
• Proactively seek out and champion opportunities for improvement and innovation within the supply chain and in the relationships between the supply chain and other business functions.
• Ability to understand manufacturing drawings, aerospace standard specs, and quality requirements in order to operate as the liaison between suppliers, quality dept. & engineering dept. to ensure compliance as well as timely resolution of issues.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Procurements, Materials Management, Logistics, Engineering, science or business related degree from an accredited college/university preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations orientated roles with at least 3 years relevant experience in supply chain management, purchasing or materials management role.
• Proven record of supply chain achievement and in the application of purchasing and materials management best practice.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and production processes preferred.
• Aerospace/Aviation experience preferred.
• Experience with QMS systems including ISO9001 or AS9102 preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES:

• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and strict attention to detail.
• Ability to set clear goals, manage issues and escalate when necessary to achieve results.
• Ability to work in a team environment and under tight deadlines.
• Ability and desire to develop beyond this role as business requirements dictate.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications and drawings.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications with an emphasis on MS Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required together with an ability to lead and participate in a team environment.