Senior Buyer

• Orders production materials and supplies using ERP/MRP and reorder rules according to predetermined inventory guidelines.

• Coordinates changes to purchase order quantities or delivery dates, as required per production plan.

• Identifies new suppliers in an effort to reduce costs and increase quality and service.

• Address all receiving, invoicing and paperwork issues within a timely manner, and drive to resolution.

• Negotiates best total cost and delivery within acceptable TCT quality standards.

• Manages inventory levels to reduce inventory while ensuring supply availability using lean manufacturing techniques.

• Monitor/Expedite the Purchase Order requirements for suppliers and maintain the current commitments within the system.

• Drive the short- and long-term process improvements and instill world class practices into the materials and outsourcing organization.

• Ensure appropriate lead times are set for new and / or existing Part Numbers and maintained in the system.

• Negotiate with potential suppliers of products and services to achieve team goals and meet standard Ts and Cs.

• Utilize system to receive material/service requirements through requisitions and monitor delivery receipts by examining the system’s data bases.

• Coordinate the delivery of the required B/Ps and specifications from Document Control to the supplier.

• Implement Long-Term Agreements with suppliers to develop partnerships that will help satisfy price reductions and ensure on-time deliveries.

• Manage Long-Term Agreements after execution to ensure continuous improvement and success against the key performance indicators.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4 years demonstrated success in purchasing i and outsourcing environment

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to negotiate

• Demonstrated experience in judgment, ingenuity, critical thinking and adherence to established policies and procedures

• Ability to manage projects, gather and analyze data, work in a team environment and meet deadlines timely

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Project and PowerPoint

• Able to read, write, and speak in standard English

• Syteline/Symix/ERP Operating system experience

• Quality assurance methods in the Aerospace manufacturing and outsourcing environment

Why Pursuit Aerospace?

At Pursuit, we offer the opportunity to lead a vital function that drives our production and operational success. If you’re ready to take on the challenge of optimizing our procurement processes and building supplier partnerships, we’re excited to welcome you to the team!