Buyer - Damar

We are a manufacturer of structural parts for the leading original equipment manufacturers (OEM's) in the large business and regional jet markets. Our experience and capabilities span multiple segments of an aircraft, including the engine pylon, struts, wing box, wings, wheel well, and the interior. Our success is based on utilizing proprietary manufacturing techniques to manufacture high quality complex parts through cost effective production.

Given its breadth of capabilities and strong customer relationships, we have substantial content on the aviation industry's most popular aircraft.

* The Buyer position offers level 1, 2, 3 & Senior. Wage scale provided reflects level 1 - 2.

Under minimal supervision, the Buyer 2 purchases goods and services in support of production, facilities, and personnel, on behalf of the Company. Functions of the Buyer 2 differ from that of a Buyer 3 in that he or she typically has little or no involvement in supplier selection, negotiation, measurement and control of supplier performance, or value analysis. The Buyer 2 works closely with Master Scheduling and Supplier Development.

• Uphold customer and industry quality standards (AS9100)
• Follow cost reduction/containment policies and procedures for the benefit of the Company.
• Maintain and control suppliers/vendors within approval guidelines established by Company management and the customer.
• Communicate with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities and other departments as necessary to ensure their requirements are met.
• Issue purchase orders for production materials and services (as established by Engineering), for items previously ‘contracted’ by a Supplier Development buyer or a purchasing agent of the company, to a specific supplier/vendor, at an agreed-to price and lead-time.
• Purchase ‘non-contracted’ items, as required per purchase order requisitions:
• Office, janitorial, safety, and miscellaneous supplies.
• Shipping and receiving supplies.
• Printed forms.
• Ensure that all requirements are specified and properly reflected in purchasing documents.
• Establish, maintain, and provide status reports on supplier/vendor purchase orders.
  
  Identify and convey supplier-associated risk(s) to Supplier Development buyers and Supply Chain management.
  
  Ensure supplier/vendor acknowledgement of purchase orders are recorded in the Company database.
  
  With management approval, expedite late deliveries and update purchase order status comments.
  
  Resolve problems related to purchasing, delivery, receiving and payment to the supplier; determine source of the problem and take appropriate corrective action.
  
  Report any and all purchase variances to Supplier Development buyers and Supply Chain management.
  
  Compile miscellaneous reports as requested by Supply Chain management.
  
  Assist in the training of employees in the Buyer I position(s).Assist in planning and reviewing the work of employees in the Buyer I position(s), where appropriate.
  
  Follow all safety guidelines established by the Company, including proper use of safety equipment and relevant safety procedures.
  
  Perform other duties as assigned.

• Attention to detail:Recognize and identify deviations from requirements.
• Communication: Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Customer focus: Anticipate internal and external customer needs; give high priority to customer satisfaction and service. Provide information and results accurately, courteously, and in a timely manner.
• Teamwork: Collaborate with Supplier Development buyers and Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality Department. Know when to ask for information and assistance, and assess the long-term impact of decisions. Demonstrate a willing, positive, and proactive attitude. Follow verbal and written instructions; work independently with minimal supervision.
• Company policy awareness: Understand and comply with Company policies and guidelines as described in the Employee Handbook, the Employee Safety Manual and the Quality Management System. Comply with rules and procedures of a drug-free workplace.