Senior Buyer

RESPONSIBILITIES: · Manage Subcontractor relationships including tactical build schedules, material readiness, stocking levels, and quality requirements as well as strategic operational processes Manage EMS RFQ and selection processes including supporting documentation Manage supplier relationships for important discrete components Utilize ERP/MRP data to analyze supply/demand status quickly and efficiently, then convert this status into purchasing requirements plan to support higher level demand plan Analyze and respond to all master schedule and MRP generated material and shop order requirements Monitor accuracy of purchasing bills of materials Analyze and report availability of purchased material to management Ensure flow down of contractual requirements such as special processes, FAI, customer source inspection, etc. Maintain schedule and status of deliverables, actions and issues Proactively participate in continuous improvement activities affecting the, procurement, build, and test process Release and obtain confirmation for purchase orders related to assigned commodities Experience with small business program administration (SBLO) Other responsibilities as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Must be knowledgeable with FAR, DFAR & ITAR High level understanding of material and planning functions/processes in ERP systems Excellent computer and analytical skills including advanced user of MS Excel Excellent verbal and written communication skills Program or project management skills a plus

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