Job Description
Position Summary
The Operational Buyer will be responsible for negotiating purchasing contracts to ensure that the Company obtains the best combination of quality, costs, and schedule. The Operational Buyer will be required to understand and comply with heavily regulated aerospace industry requirements and must be adept at managing procurement regulations, supplier relationships, and risk mitigation in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Solicit quotations for impending requirements based upon RFQ’s received or forecasted production
- Negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value and competitive pricing
- Manage purchase orders to support production requirements
- Participate in program status meetings to monitor the performance of the purchase plan in terms of schedule
- Supplier management of on-time delivery (some travel might be required)
- Work with suppliers to resolve any d...