Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

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AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments:
Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value‑driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

/p uyer - 18519  escription  pThe Buyer plans and develops bidder lists, prepares requests for proposals, reviews supplier proposals, selects qualified sources, prepares purchase contracts, and provides guidance to less experienced agents. Serves as a focal point between organizations and suppliers to communicate, clarify and resolve procurement problems and issues. /p hat you will be responsible for:  ul liIndependently commit the company by planning and authorizing purchase contracts, contract changes and other procurement instruments having signatory authority.

/li liLead procurement team and manage the total procurement effort for assigned projects/programs, including directing such tasks as fact finding, price and cost analysis, source selection, negotiations, and bidder briefings and debriefings. /li liImprove supplier performance by monitoring cost, quality, and schedule compliance; initiating and implementing appropriate action to resolve problems; and, mediating conflicts and establishing resolution with customers and suppliers.

/li liManage procurement packages by gaining a thorough understanding of supplier‑customer relationships; by developing a working knowledge of own organization’s relationships with other Company organizations; and, by developing and implementing and authorizing actions to incorporate with other functional disciplines. /li liDemonstrate knowledge and understanding of procurement basics, ethical business conduct, legal principles, and protection of the Company, supplier and customer proprietary data by complying with company policies, procedures and accepted business practices.

/li liMaintain contractual integrity of procurement packages by reviewing, determining and incorporating appropriate State and Federal regulations, contract flow‑down requirements, and other special terms and conditions peculiar to individual contract types. /li liDevelop other procurement team members by providing guidance on technical procurement issues. /li liFoster increased productivity and advancement opportunities by personal commitment to professional development and by practicing continuous improvement of processes.

/li liSupport Corporate goals for small business/small disadvantaged business by promoting the use of qualified sources and by seeking, encouraging and assisting new candidates to become qualified. /li liPerform other duties and special projects as assigned. /li /ul hat you will need to be successful in this role:  ul liFour‑year college degree or equivalent work experience as a Procurement Agent.

/li liThree years procurement experience leading to a solid understanding of the organization’s processes and product flow, the ability to interpret engineering data where applicable and a demonstrated ability to make quick and accurate decisions or previously demonstrated experience. /li liProficient in MS Office software applications. /li liGood written and oral communication skills and the traits of an effective team member.

/li liGood organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work and accurately perform duties. /li liMust have independent problem‑solving skills and the discipline to persevere until problems are solved. /li liInternational and domestic travel required, up to 20%. /li liRead, write, speak and understand the English language. /li liWillingness…