Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials, services, and equipment needed to support company operational needs for maintenance, repair and overhaul. This role manages the full purchasing lifecycle, including processing purchase requisitions, sourcing suppliers, obtaining competitive quotations, and issuing purchase orders in accordance with company requirements.

The Buyer serves as the main contact for suppliers, monitoring order status, tracking deliveries, and resolving issues that may impact operations. This role provides internal updates to support production schedules and customer needs while ensuring purchase order requirements are completed before payment approval. The Buyer helps maintain supplier accountability, accurate purchasing records, and overall supply chain efficiency.

• 1. Interpret technical documentation, specifications, and procurement requirements to ensure accurate sourcing and purchasing decisions.
• 2. Develop and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), evaluate supplier proposals, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, lead time, and compliance.
• 3. Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring all technical, quality, and delivery requirements are clearly defined.
• 4. Monitor purchase order status and proactively communicate delivery updates, risks, and changes.
• 5. Manage and support supplier relationships to ensure quality, delivery and performance expectations are met.
• 6. Support inventory management activities, including transaction accuracy, reconciliation, and coordination with Inventory Control to meet customer requirements and production needs.
• 7. Maintain accurate part master data, including pricing, supplier information, and lead times.
• 8. Verify receipt of materials and ensure all certifications and documentation meet regulatory and quality requirements, then validate purchase order completion and submit accurate documentation to Accounts Payable for invoice processing.
• 9. Maintain records for assets, tooling, and procurement documentation to support compliance, traceability, and audit readiness.

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