AMETEK FMH Aerospace is looking for an adept Buyer to join us in the Flexible Metal Hose (FMH) business unit. This is a Full-Time position. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the continuous supply of assigned direct materials and MRO materials purchasing to maintain the required production levels at optimum cost, consistent with quality and quantity specifications. This position will report to the Supply Chain Manager.
How You Will Do It
Creates Purchase Orders for all approved vendors
Meets On-Time-Delivery (OTD) and Cost-Savings goals for the business
Purchases raw materials and processing per planning specifications to ensure production schedules are met and customer deliveries are on time
Frequently interacts and collaborates with other functional areas, i.e., Production Planning, quality and finance to assure metrics are achieved
Manages supplier relationships, procures goods and services, including raw materials, tools, parts and supplies to support production schedules
Works closely with multiple departments to keep them apprised of delivery schedules, quality of product, defects and corrective actions to support Engineering, Production Scheduling and Sales to advise delivery of material relating to production and on time delivery
Implements Supplier-Managed Inventory programs where feasible
Conducts material planning and analyzes material requirements to establish an optimal supply of material to support current and future production
Negotiates with suppliers on delivery, quality, costs and packaging
Secures both short and medium-term commitments
Resolves any issues causing non-conformances that lead to parts not being successfully processed into production inventory
Maintains accuracy of MRP (purchase order details) to allow for accurate manufacturing planning by Deferring/Canceling/ or Expedite orders when required to ensure on-time shipment and resolve any current or anticipated shortages that may result in line-stoppages
Responsible for managing supplier performance of On-Time Delivery and meeting Quality expectations
Creating action plans to correct supplier behavior if a supplier is not meeting OTD or quality expectations.
Meet or exceed cost reduction initiatives (PPV)
What We Look For
Bachelor's degree in business or any related field
Minimum three years' experience in procurement and/or planning while working in a manufacturing environment
Government and aerospace purchasing preferred
Experience in reading blueprints, working with BOM's and familiarity with an MRP system
Knowledge of manufacturing processes of metals
Procurement and negotiation, planning, inventory management and scheduling skills
Proven team player who has demonstrated capabilities in the following areas: strong communication, interpersonal, & problem-solving skills; self-direction is a must
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
The right person will be ambitious, flexible and want to learn and grow professionally
Proficient in: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience with a major ERP system (Oracle or SAP)
Candidates must be United States Citizens or Green card holders.
Travel: 10% or less
Trained in proper RCCA is a plus!
What's In It For You
Competitive Compensation & Holiday Pay
Great Health Benefits, and 401(k) plans
Paid Time Off per year depending on level
Less red tape - we have an environment that supports the entrepreneurial spirit
Fun & Professional Culture while also providing work/life balance for our employees
Fast growth opportunities and quicker career development for the right candidate
Mentors to help you grow both personally and professionally
Compensation
Salary Minimum: $70,000
Salary Maximum: $90,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.
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