Aerospace Buyer

3 months ago


Dallas, Texas, United States Varstaff Full time

Varstaff is currently searching for the following:

Responsibilities:

Coordinates purchasing material, services, and product requirements for programs.
Works with program leads to identify long-lead materials.
Prepares purchase orders in Coupa and Costpoint software.
Ensures supplier's documentation such as terms and conditions and NDAs are ready prior to engagement.
Manages orders with suppliers, monitors backlog and daily order status report, adjusts schedules as needed, and manages/modifies POs with overdue shipments and open orders.
Resolves discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, accounts payable invoices, and payment to the supplier.
Expedites materials for shortage management.
Coordinate returns to the vendor for discrepant material from receiving inspection.
Contributes to continuing improvement efforts across all facets of the supply chain.

Qualifications:
Minimum of 1-2 years tactical level experience in purchasing.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment to accomplish goals while managing multiple tasks.
Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Windows programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, and independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional organizational and analytical skills.
Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated results