Overview
The Buyer is responsible for analyzing, selecting, and committing company resources through contracts and agreements for the procurement of goods and services in support of company purchasing objectives, policies, and requirements. Working under the general direction of the Sr. Supply Chain Manager, they will manage procurement efforts and are responsible for purchasing specific commodities which are complex, or company/customer designed to support production and related operating departments. This role ensures operational and customer requirements are met in terms of quality, cost, and delivery.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Obtain competitive bids from reliable sources
Analyze supplier operations to identify factors that affect price and determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules
Review and analyze proposals as necessary; develop new supplier sources who meet customer and company guidelines as necessary. Perform sensitive or intensive price negotiations
Select appropriate suppliers
Use automated information systems to produce and track purchase orders and related documentation; monitor schedule and delivery dates
Resolve issues related to quantity, quality, delivery, and invoicing
Ensure adequate documentation is available to provide the necessary support for government audits
Maintain effective liaison with suppliers and necessary company operating departments to ensure adequate flow of information concerning progress of materials, anticipated delivery schedules, etc.
Visit nationally/international supplier facilities as necessary. Evaluate supplier costs/pricing, delinquencies, quality, etc.
Make recommendations for retention of elimination from approved supplier list. Identify problem areas/issues; recommend and/or take corrective action
Make presentations to company management as required. Train subordinate members of the department as necessary
Oversee all aspects of the purchasing process, including ordering, purchasing, supplier management, shipping, and inventory
Purchase materials and equipment, develop vendor agreements, and establish relationships
Develop and maintain a database of suppliers, vendors, and contractors
Qualifications
- Broad knowledge of a specialized field such as procurement or materials; working knowledge of Microsoft applications software required (Word, Excel and Power Point)
- Requires the ability to read and interpret simple blueprints/schematics; planning, organization, verbal/written communication skills needed
- Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field
- One to three years of related experience
Kaman Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer
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