Commodity Buyer - Middle River, United States - Tad PGS

Description

Details:

We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Commodity Buyer to join a leading Company located in the Baltimore, MD surrounding area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the entire life cycle of the supplier relationship, which includes the following:
• Bidder list development, RFQ, bid analysis, down select, negotiations, Deal Review preparation & presentation, Contract award, bid process documentation, PO release and Fulfillment
• Manage supplier OTD & Quality metrics
• Status delivery & commitments
• Drive MRB documentation between the supplier and internal parties
• Drive supplier recovery planning & execution as necessary
• Define, present & administer supplier strategy to ensure best overall value is obtained, including consistent delivery to schedule & quality requirements
• Manage and lead claim negotiations and special projects as required
• Monitor engineering change activity & lead detail overlap process with supplier(s)
• Communicate and coordinate activities as required with cross-functional groups, including; Planning, Engineering, Quality, Programs, Finance, Legal & Manufacturing
• Assist in the continuous development of the Procurement function towards best practices
• Advise functional managers regarding approaches, processes and procedures within the supply base

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business degree is preferred) with 1-3 years of relevant experience is required
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, the candidate must possess High School Diploma and at least 5 years of Supply-chain and/or Purchasing experience

• Knowledge in sourcing machined, sheet metal, and/or plastic details
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Critical self-thinker and strong problem-solving skills & ability to operate independently
• Willingness to travel
• Strong Excel skills and other Microsoft Office tools
• Familiar with ERP systems (SAP desired) and SRM's preferred
• Effective leadership skills
• Aerospace industry experience