Temporary Associate Buyer

Temporary Associate Buyer

Support the purchasing functions by placing purchase orders from requisitions, maintaining data integrity in the business system, communicating delivery information and organizing files for all purchasing documents. Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisting in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Excellent company culture as recognized by Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces

Clean and climate controlled working environment

Opportunity for career growth

Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Support the purchasing functions by placing purchase orders from requisitions, maintaining data integrity in the business system, communicating delivery information and organizing files for all purchasing documents

Place purchase orders for MRO items and low dollar items as directed by buyer

Expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of products to support manufacturing

Follow up on unquoted components during the quote phase

Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.

Perform materials quotation for prices and delivery

Review material price variances and provide feedback for resolution

Perform data entry and maintain purchasing data in computer system

MRP exposure preferred

Basic level of computer skills : e-mail, Word, and Excel

Strong communications and interpersonal skills needed

H.S. Diploma or GED

Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred

Minimum one year relevant purchasing experience required in a manufacturing environment

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans / Disabled

403 LaBarge Avenue

Huntsville, Arkansas, 72740 United States