The Buyer uses expertise for a range of purchasing activities, including pricing and negotiating with suppliers to reach highest quality at best value. Performs complex purchasing activities, while ensuring procurement procedures are in compliance with government laws, regulations and management objectives.
Job Core Responsibilities
Performs complex purchasing activities including pricing, volume discounts, negotiating terms and long-term contracts with suppliers, and delivery of goods\services
Negotiates best terms (price, delivery, and payment terms) with suppliers, while maintaining efficient output of purchase orders, to reach highest quality at best value
Establishes source selection criteria for evaluation of quotations including target pricing
Evaluates quotations received from prospective suppliers and makes decisions regarding award of purchase orders
Implements formal and legal contractual documentation into the purchase orders, encompassing all corporate and government requirements
Resolves discrepancies between purchase order requirements and supplier performance
Ensures compliance to government laws, regulations and procurement policies and procedures
Identifies problem areas, initiates corrective action and establishes problem resolution dates in a timely manner
Maintains current and accurate purchase order data in the purchasing system (e.g. delivery dates, pricing, change orders)
Other responsibilities as assigned
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary
Job Specifications
Education : Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or equivalent discipline.
Certifications
Years Experience : 5 - 7 years of relevant experience
Skills
Knowledge of the principles and practices of Procurement in aerospace/manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to write specifications, prepare bid documents, handle bidding process and analyze all bid results
Strong experience negotiating license contracts with a track record of success
Solves complex problems and exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with ability to drive tasks to completion
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Professional Training and Coaching
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