Buyer - Aerospace
: Job Details :

This is an onsite role in Van Nuys, CA.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in Aerospace / Aviation Industry
• Experience in Supply Chain Management or Procurement
• Experience utilizing ERP systems/software
• Great Communication Skills (verbal and written)

Bachelor's Degree Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Two (2) years Purchasing or related experience. Master's Degree may offset 2 years of experience. Basic knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques.

Position Purpose:

Under general supervision, develops and implements cost-effective and efficient procedures to purchase assigned commodities in accordance with product specifications, services in accordance with User stated requirements, and company policies and procedures.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc., and ensures all applicable data is current at supplier.
• Solicits quotes, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules, and ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions, and where appropriate, supports the establishment of long term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements.
• Communicates with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities, and other departments as necessary to ensure their requirements are met.
• Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations, and ensures schedules are met.
• Monitors supplier performance, and prepares reports and other records pertaining to the items or services purchased, cost, delivery, product or service performance, supplier performance, and/or inventories, as applicable.
• Resolves problems related to purchasing, delivery, receiving and payment to the supplier; determines source of the problem and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Coordinates administration of and response to all contract related documentation to include the requirement to review, coordinate, negotiate, and implement changes to the contract.
• Supports the make-or-buy review and decision process.

Additional Functions:

Assists in planning and reviewing the work of Associate Buyers, where appropriate.

Perform other duties as assigned. A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer.

It's our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees of Bee Talent Solutions. The Company makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled employees and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.

Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:

• Safeguarding confidential and sensitive data while employed by us and while on assignment at a customer of ours
• Communication with others, including employees and third parties such as vendors, customers (including their employees), and/or players, including minors
• Accessing our or our customer's assets, secure digital systems, and networks
• Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players, employees, and temporary workers

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization and within the organization of any customer to whom you may be assigned while employed by us. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.