Tactical Buyer

1 month ago

greensboro, United States Honda Aircraft Company Full time

Job Summary:

The Tactical Buyer will ensure supplier delivery schedules, deadlines, and quotas are met by developing and managing the flow of inbound materials, components, and paperwork to meet production demand. The chosen candidate will analyze, develop and execute appropriate action(s) to solve problems when there is a deviation in meeting production demand. In addition, they will develop and manage the planning and part strategy for a set group(s) or category of parts.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute part strategies to fully meet production needs.
  • With Strategic Buyer, support the development of supplier strategies
  • Works in a cross functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrates ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals.
  • Proactively identifies problems in plans, determines required solutions and improvements, and implements necessary modifications to resolve identified issue(s)
  • Responsible for creating visibility of material position (with line of balance reports, material shortage reports, clear to build reports, etc.)
  • Responsible to proactively manage and timely communicate to key stakeholders and departments when production is at risk
  • Collects and analyzes data regarding efficiency and timeliness of production demands and part delivery schedules


Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Proven ability to produce material line of balance and conduct clear to build reviews.
  • Proven knowledge of Material Planning fundamentals, Plan for Every Part data management
  • Proven ability to make independent decisions to achieve needed results and drive the necessary actions to closure.
  • Proficient in MRP systems
  • Prior experience in aerospace or other disruptive manufacturing industries
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
  • Experience with AS9100, US export controls
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Experienced in developing and presenting a clear and concise proposal.
  • Comfortable working in a team environment
  • Proactive and self-motivated contributor.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite


Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or Business preferred
  • High school diploma and 1-3 years of experience in Supply Chain management or related field


Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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