Buyer - Aerospace / Defense

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Job Description : \n\nUnder general supervision and reporting to the to the Director of Operations, the Buyer is responsible for the execution of the delivery and quality performance of the Purchase to Pay operational processes for his / her site. The Buyer will manage the on-time delivery of material procurement and outside processing service to meet the greater of forecast or customer order demand. Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.Manage the daily quality and delivery performance of our supply network through rigorous performance management.Manages the incoming inspection results and provides corrective actions required.Establishes and maintains a forecasting system for our supplier partners.Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operationsPerforms audits on our supplier partners and assures their processes are qualified and in control.Assists in seeking out competitive sources of supply for existing or new products.Assist the Supply Chain Manager with maintaining proper inventory levels of materials used on a regular basisManages tooling database on location at each supplier partnerAssists with buying, will be responsible for specific commodity groupingsConducts monthly performance reviews to assist in strategic supplier planningProvides support for supplier contract negotiationsWill work on development of vendor managed inventory systems.Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvementPerform special projects and assignmentsOther duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, Qualifications and SkillsKnowledge of : ERP system - Must have 3 years SAP buyer experienceGovernment Defense Procurement experience is strongly preferredMS Office Suite Skills : Fluent English – reading and writing is requiredProfessionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detailExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsStrong independent decision-making skills; excellent analytical skills and professional judgment; critical thinkerDemonstrated leadership skillsOutstanding interpersonal skills; positive attitude and outlookFlexible, open-minded listener / learner; self-starterExcellent Communicator (verbal and written) / strong team player; ability to work on cross functional teams.Strong people skills; energeticStrong interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills; ability to excite teamContinuous process improvement focusUS Citizenship requiredValid drivers license and auto insurance required.Background check and drug screen will be administered Ability to : Communicate effectively and appropriately.Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.Establish and maintain effective working relationshipsRead, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulationsWrite reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general publicEffectively communicate orally or in written form with leadership, co-management, internal and external customers with strong presentation skills.Work independently on a teamWork on multiple tasks simultaneously Supervision Received : The work is performed under general supervision EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Bachelors Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering is required5-7 years’ of supply chain management experience in a manufacturing environmentIn-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and MRP and statistical forecasting systemsProven negotiating skills specific to achieving favorable prices and servicesAnalytical, communication, interpersonal, team development, project management and technical skills BENEFITS : Full time12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years10 days paid sick time11 paid holidaysHealthcare insurance available : Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependentsChamp Plan Wellness and HealthFree to employees working minimum 20 hours / week with anticipated $30k / annual earningsParticipation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instancesFree wellness initiativesFree tele-healthFree and discounted RXAuto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact)Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employmentrequires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation401k retirement savings with matchEligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment100% match of 1st 3% contribution50% match of next 2% contributionIMMEDIATE VESTINGCompany-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)Regular Hourly rate for travel time Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental carsTravel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payrollFederal rate Mileage reimbursement (.70 / mile 2024) when driving personal vehicles on company businessPer diem reimbursements for meals and incidentalsOvernight trips - Up to $75Leaving home after 4 pm $40Federal rate mileage reimbursement (.70 / mile 2025) when driving personal vehicles on company business$1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUSInitial $750 paid upon hire of qualified referred employee (rehires excluded)Additional $750 paid upon referral’s full completion of 90 days’ employment Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.Manage the daily quality and delivery performance of our supply network through rigorous performance management.Manages the incoming inspection results and provides corrective actions required.Establishes and maintains a forecasting system for our supplier partners.Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operationsPerforms audits on our supplier partners and assures their processes are qualified and in control.Assists in seeking out competitive sources of supply for existing or new products.Assist the Supply Chain Manager with maintaining proper inventory levels of materials used on a regular basisManages tooling database on location at each supplier partnerAssists with buying, will be responsible for specific commodity groupingsConducts monthly performance reviews to assist in strategic supplier planningProvides support for supplier contract negotiationsWill work on development of vendor managed inventory systems.Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvementPerform special projects and assignmentsOther duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, Qualifications and SkillsKnowledge of : ERP system - Must have 3 years SAP buyer experienceMS Office Suite Skills : Fluent English – reading and writing is requiredProfessionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detailExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsStrong independent decision-making skills; excellent analytical skills and professional judgment; critical thinkerDemonstrated leadership skillsOutstanding interpersonal skills; positive attitude and outlookFlexible, open-minded listener / learner; self-starterExcellent Communicator (verbal and written) / strong team player; ability to work on cross functional teams.Strong people skills; energeticStrong interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills; ability to excite teamContinuous process improvement focusUS Citizenship requiredValid drivers license and auto insurance required.Background check and drug screen will be administered Ability to : Communicate effectively and appropriately.Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.Establish and maintain effective working relationshipsRead, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulationsWrite reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general publicEffectively communicate orally or in written form with leadership, co-management, internal and external customers with strong presentation skills.Work independently on a teamWork on multiple tasks simultaneously Supervision Received : The work is performed under general supervision EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Bachelors Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering is required5-7 years’ of supply chain management experience in a manufacturing environmentIn-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and MRP and statistical forecasting systemsProven negotiating skills specific to achieving favorable prices and servicesAnalytical, communication, interpersonal, team development, project management and technical skills BENEFITS : Full time12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years10 days paid sick time11 paid holidaysHealthcare insurance available : Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependentsChamp Plan Wellness and HealthFree to employees working minimum 20 hours / week with anticipated $30k / annual earningsParticipation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instancesFree wellness initiativesFree tele-healthFree and discounted RXAuto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact)Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employmentrequires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation401k retirement savings with matchEligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment100% match of 1st 3% contribution50% match of next 2% contributionIMMEDIATE VESTINGCompany-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)Regular Hourly rate for travel time Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental carsTravel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payrollFederal rate Mileage reimbursement (.70 / mile 2024) when driving personal vehicles on company businessPer diem reimbursements for meals and incidentalsOvernight trips - Up to $75Leaving home after 4 pm $40Federal rate mileage reimbursement (.70 / mile 2025) when driving personal vehicles on company business$1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUSInitial $750 paid upon hire of qualified referred employee (rehires excluded)Additional $750 paid upon referral’s full completion of 90 days’ employment Company OverviewTRIGO ADR Americas is the leader in the Aerospace & Defense Industry providing global Supplier Delivery Assurance, Supplier Development and Quality Management Services. Trigo provides a fully integrated service solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded “boots on the ground” business model to drive systemic changes that enhance Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an extension of our Customers to build and maintain supplier and customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide visibility throughout the supply chain. Trigo’s team of dedicated Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists, Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery results.TRIGO ADR Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and may require US Citizenship for employment on certain defense contracts subject to ITAR restrictions. All qualified candidates will receive consideration. Except where otherwise provided by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.\n\nCompany Description : \n\nTRIGO Aerospace, Defense and Rail (ADR) AMERICAS’ team of dedicated Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists, Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery results, providing a fully integrated service solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded “boots on the ground” business model to drive systemic changes that enhance Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an extension of our Customers to build and maintain supplier and customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide visibility throughout the supply chain.\n\nThank you for visiting our Job Board. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.\n\nTRIGO ADR Americas, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.\n\nNOTICE OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES,

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TRIGO Aerospace, Defense and Rail (ADR) AMERICAS’ team of dedicated Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists, Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery results, providing a fully integrated service solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded “boots on the ground” business model to drive systemic changes that enhance Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an extension of our Customers to build and maintain supplier and customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide visibility throughout the supply chain.\r\n\r\nThank you for visiting our Job Board. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.\r\n\r\nTRIGO ADR Americas, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.\r\n\r\nNOTICE OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES,