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    Buyer - Niles, United States - Woodward

    Woodward
    Woodward Niles, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Job Description - Buyer **Job Description**

    Buyer **Description**

    **Position Purpose** Under the direction of COE Procurement, the Buyer creates, reviews and maintains valid plans of material and manages the supply base in order to meet customer demand. Will consider hiring either a Buyer or a Senior Buyer, depending on experience.

    **Essential Functions**

    Plans, schedules, releases and manages purchase, interplant orders and work orders as required

    Executes and manages Non Disclosure Agreements (NDA's)

    Formulates Requests for Proposals based on COE Requirements - ensuring flowdown of contractual requirements

    Sources selection and award of direct or indirect material purchase orders for assigned products

    Performs cost/price analysis for competitive and non-competitive procurements

    Develops and execute strategies for negotiation of purchase order terms: price, delivery, expedites, terminations, etc.

    Conducts post award supplier management with a strong focus on internal customer support (Message Mgt)

    Works with internal and external suppliers to resolve material issues (shortages, emergency customer demands, etc.)

    Develops and maintains communication channels between various departments and the Supply Chain to maintain the flow of materials to support the customer

    Reviews, communicates and acts upon anticipated delays

    Reviews anticipated shortage reports for future demands

    Reviews, analyzes, and makes changes to supply based on the outcome of monthly SIOP meeting

    Actively looks for improvement in the process in addition to maintaining and analyzing planning parameters (i.e. Lead times, lot sizes order quantities, safety stock)

    Reviews, analyzes and implements replenishment targets to support "pull" system

    Participates in capacity review meetings with internal and external suppliers

    Actively works on reducing inventory/lead times, supports production improvements, and efficiencies

    Participates in various PUN groups as required and works with IT groups to test changes and updates in the ERP system

    Leads CI/Lean projects

    Mentors/trains Level 1 Buyers as well as internal and external suppliers

    Supports difficult customer situations. Ability to resolve complex supplier situations.

    Solicits feedback from all areas of the organization to improve service, efficiency and continuity of supply

    Coordinates all aspects of the supply chain escalation

    Functions as a lead contributor able to influence and lead change

    Manages the process and execution of the Technical Evaluation of Proposals for Best Value decisiions

    **Other Functions**

    Resolves invoice issues, implements engineering changes, and coordinates rework and return purchase orders. Sends Request for quotes to suppliers for pricing, delivery and inventory position - may be site specific.

    Communicates cost changes with Global Sourcing and update contracts as needed

    Trains suppliers to use WW systems (i.e. ebiz, POOLR, POSS, etc.)

    May be required to complete termination reports on requests from Sales

    **Qualifications**

    **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities**

    Clear understanding of Nondisclosure Agreement Requirements and Proprietary Data

    Expert knowledge of sizing, material planning and production scheduling

    Expert knowledge of Woodward replenishment programs. Ability to set up internal and external programs with production and customers

    Expert knowledge of WISE/Cincom/SAP, particularly MRP related screens

    Expert knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRPII)

    Expert knowledge of planning functions/roles

    Solid communication skills, both verbal and written

    Advanced detail orientation and organizational skills. Ability to manage several projects at the same time.

    Advanced process and product knowledge

    Advanced Microsoft Office Suite and Database Mining software skills

    Ability to lead continuous improvement projects and groups in problem solving

    **Education or Formal Training**

    **Bachelor' degree required**

    APICS (Association of Production and Inventory Control Society) or CPSM/CPM (Certified Professional in Supply Management/Certified Purchasing Manager) preferred

    Greenbelt certification preferred

    **Experience Required**

    Sr. Buyer: Minimum of 5 years experience as a Buyer required;

    Buyer: Minumum of 2 years experience required.

    Manufacturing processes knowledge desired

    Some travel may be required

    Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and energy markets. Our aerospace systems and components optimize the performance of fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms in commercial, business and military aircraft, ground vehicles and other equipment. Our energy-related systems and components enhance the performance of industrial gas and steam turbines, reciprocating engines, compressors, wind turbines, electrical grids and other energy-related industrial equipment. The companys innovative fluid energy, combustion control, electrical energy, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable and more efficient equipment. Our customers include leading original equipment manufacturers and end users of their products.

    Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

    **Job**

    Procurement **Primary Location**

    United States-Illinois-Niles **Organization**

    Woodward **Schedule**

    FULL TIME **Shift**

    1st Shift / Day Job

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