Buyer Ii

**PURPOSE AND PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITES**
- Following established procedures, purchase materials, raw materials, components, castings/forgings, MRO, Outside Processing, equipment, and services in accordance with customer specifications and requirements established by requesting Company organizations. Established, maintains, and selects procurement sources and follow-ups and coordinates resolution of problems.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES - other duties may be assigned**
- Recommends selection of supply sources in accordance with Company and government guidelines based on an evaluation of supplier facilities, operation capabilities, pricing policies, performance track record and financial stability.
- Works with requisitioning organization to establish price and delivery parameters and negotiates contracts including price, delivery, terms and conditions with vendors.
- Prepares bid list of qualified vendors, review bids when returned, and selects vendor for negotiation of final pricing, terms and conditions; consults management for final award.
- Follow-up on purchase orders to ensure compliance with delivery schedules and requestor requirements and to coordinate resolution of delays or problems that arise.
- Enters new purchase orders into computer data base and prepares reports and maintains supplier records.
- Resolves Accounting/Invoicing issues.
- Works with other department to resolve ongoing issues, streamline processes, and reduce waste.
- Initiates contracts and contract review for new and ongoing services.
- Leads cost reduction/lean projects within Supply Chain.
- Assists other buyers with daily needs, guides new/lower-level buyers, and assists in training others.

**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED**
- To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
- Proficient in spoken and written English
- Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from four-year college or equitant work experience. 5 years + experience.
- Knowledge and experience in aerospace purchasing metals, forgings, castings, machining is ideal.
- APICS Certification is desirable; and/or
- Equivalent combination of education and experience

**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
- Must have knowledge of Company and government procurement policies, procedures, and documentation and the Company’s ERP system.
- Must be able to read blueprints, negotiate contract terms and conditions, and be able to utilize interpersonal relations shills to enhance supplier relations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Hartwell Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.
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