Buyer, Engineering

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Delta Hawk Engines, Inc. develops, produces and provides propulsion products and services that globally excite the passion and freedom to fly. We exist to bring the highest level of innovation and value to the general aviation industry. We will do this by developing a disruptive new standard in the flying experience, one which will exceed our customers’ expectations of efficiency, reliability, performance, simplicity and affordability.

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Position:Buyer I

Location: Racine, WI

Job :219

# of Openings:1

Job Summary:

Under the direction of Delta Hawk’s Purchasing Manager, the Buyer will oversee the sourcing process from RFQ to purchase order placement. This individual will complete compliance requirements and develop/execute key Supply Chain Management initiatives.

In addition, this individual will be responsible for overall supplier relationships. They will ensure the supplier is performing to the designed Delta Hawk requirements from delivery, quality, and cost perspective. They will also collaborate with other department leaders to determine demand requirements and translate those demands to system‑based forecasts to drive purchases.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists in developing a purchasing strategy
• Reviews and processes purchase orders and requests
• Maintains records of parts and services per FAA requirements
• Evaluates suppliers based on quality, delivery, and cost
• Develops and maintains relationships with contacts at suppliers to facilitate prompt resolution of issues (expedites, specifications, product conformity, logistics, etc.).
• Drives engine cost‑down efforts
• Ensures departmental budget is being followed

Required

• 3+ years of experience in a production/manufacturing materials coordination position in an FAA or equivalent environment
• Strong strategic and analytical skills to assess supplier performance based on quality, cost and reliability
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• The flexibility to travel to meet with suppliers and other personnel as necessary
• Ability to efficiently use or learn to use current ERP system, MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Ability to accurately plan materials using forecast and lead time information
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both orally and in writing with engineering, operations, production, quality, suppliers and sales
• Professional demeanor, enthusiastic attitude with a demonstrated customer service focus

• Sourcing experience in an FAA environment

Working conditions are typically in an office environment. At times, may work outdoors when visiting suppliers’ plants. Will work closely with other people and departments.