Job Details
Job Details
Job Location
TN - Springfield, TN
Description
We are seeking an innovative Senior Purchasing Agent to join our team. In this role, you will coordinate the full cycle purchasing and sourcing process to include supplier selection, negotiation and contract execution for the Airtech global operations. You will use your expertise to drive excellence in all areas of the purchasing process.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
To be successful in this role you will need to be able to handle the following:
- Analyze a plethora of financial and procurement data to craft negotiation strategies and approve purchasing contracts with optimal terms.
- Apply knowledge of sourcing strategies in the aerospace / automotive / manufacturing environments. International purchasing experience beneficial.
- Assist Purchasing Manager in developing and implementing internal and external instructions, policies, and procedures to optimize workflow and cost efficiencies.
- Manage and maintain accurate MRP inputs including supplier, lead times, and pricing.
- Write specifications, prepare bids, handle bidding process, analyze market availability and suggest award.
- Drive supplier performance, establish key performance metrics and communicate when serious variations arise in delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
- Purchase supplies and materials at the optimal price and delivery cycle while maintaining the lowest possible inventory levels.
- Adapt to changing market conditions to ensure supply chain availability and quality conformance of all purchases.
- Drive tasks to completion with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Work cross-functionally with many groups including Operations, IT, Finance, Research & Development and Marketing to help manage and support supply chain activities and product costings.
- Self-starter with excellent teamwork skills.
- Exceptional organizational techniques.
- Notify supervisor or manager of any potential safety hazards.
- Perform other tasks and duties as required by management.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:Required:
- 3 - 5 years' experience as a Purchaser, Buyer, or closely related specialty
- Strong negotiation skills
- Advanced Excel user; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred:
- BS degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management; OR more than 5 years' work experience in an aerospace / automotive or similar manufacturing role
- APICS ASCM Certification
- Microsoft/Dynamics, Navision experience
Airtech is a family-owned company founded in 1973. We are the market leader in materials used in the manufacture of high-performance composite parts. Our products are used by the aerospace, automotive, marine, green energy, and recreational sports industries to create cutting edge lighter, stronger, and greener components. Working for Airtech means being part of a global family that believes in long term employment and promoting from within, along with personal and professional development. We put safety first to ensure we can all go home to our families after producing the best quality product in the most efficient way possible. Airtech offers a competitive compensation package which includes medical/dental/vision benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and a company funded retirement plan.
Learn more about us at www.airtechjobs.com.
Airtech International is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate based on an individual's race, religion, creed, color, sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, or sexual orientation), age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.