Our Client, an Aerospace company, is looking for a Buyer III for their Kent, WA / Huntsville, AL / Merritt Island, FL location.
Responsibilities :
- Take ownership of the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices and are accountable to resolve issues within this process.
- Supplier management is a critical aspect of the job.
- Lead the identification, implementation, negotiation, execution, and management of strategic agreements (, Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)) where mutually beneficial.
- Support the overall procurement organization’s strategic direction and ensure corporate strategic objectives are achieved to include delivery of production materials that are on time, within budget and meet technical performance requirements.
Requirements :
Key candidate attributes to facilitate success in this role include influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, process development, analysis, and problem solving.Looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.Bachelor's degree with years of experience, Master's degree with years of experience in Business Administration / Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related industry experience.Ensure timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives of the supply chain department.Maintain compliant and accurate files and data records.Strong analytical skills, data driven with experience in establishing and tracking program metricsCreate and maintain systems and processes to streamline operations.Must have top notch people and communication skills.Working understanding of AS standards.Knowledge of Engineering Data such as specifications & source control drawings.An eagerness to identify opportunities, find solutions, execute plans, and evaluate results critically and expedientlyHighly analytical and critical thinkerMaintains passion for solving problems from end-to-endProven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workloadTrack record of working in an ambiguous environment and ability to define processes that can scaleAdept at working with different systems and making recommendations on improvements for both systems and processesAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusionCertified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) CertificationProject Management Professional (PMP) CertificationCurrent active DOD Secret Security Clearance and / or Special AccessExperience in Machined Parts, Raw Material and Outplant Services buyingWhy Should You Apply?
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities