PURCHASING LEAD

Description :

Responsible for enhancing the companys profits by acquiring suitable goods and services at a competitive price through sensible planning and careful purchasing;

specifically aluminum plate, sheet, and extrusion, sealant / adhesives / paints, and hardware.

Complete quotes and negotiate pricing, quantities, and lead times with local and international raw material and hardware vendors to ensure efficient use of resources while minimizing risk.

Develop and continuously improve vendor relationships.

Assist quality department in the management of the approved vendor list ensure that all necessary documents are completed and given to the quality manager for approval.

Lead negotiation efforts to transition high usage items from spot-buy to Vendor Managed Inventory programs with various vendors.

Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices.

Create purchase order to meet all requirements and specifications.

Monitor open purchase order report to ensure on time delivery, and in the event of a problem, follow up with the vendor to resolve the reason for undelivered goods.

Communicate with internal customers any issues that are causing delivery delays.

Highlight issues and suggest solutions with supporting data to management.

Coordinate with estimating, planning, and engineering departments to investigate possible alternate when difficulties to source products or services arise.

Review material usage reports to manage optimal inventory levels.

Evaluate current and long-term forecast projections to drive inventory accuracy and planning goals.

Execute periodic evaluations to ensure vendors are adhering to pricing contracts and agreements.

Verify and process all purchase order requisitions from various departments including but not limited to maintenance, assembly, and manufacturing.

Assist planning by setting up all new material and hardware in ERP system for addition to BOM.

Review Work Center Dispatch report to ensure all materials are on order and scheduled to deliver on or before the jobs scheduled start date.

Manage exceptions report by working with vendors to pull in or push out delivery dates to align with rescheduled job start dates.

Regularly interface with Finance to set up new vendor accounts and resolve receipt and / or quantity discrepancies.

Provide payment information to vendors with whom we currently do not have an open account.

Oversee team members daily job duties to ensure all tasks are being completed in a timely and professional manner.

Coach and mentor team members on importance of accuracy, internal customer satisfaction, and cost-efficient solutions.

Collaborate with team members to identify problems and find solutions to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

Direct activities involved in the stocking levels (min / max), inventory management, physical inventory events, and cycle counting as appropriate.

Oversee logistics of daily pickups and deliveries as needed to meet internal and external customer demand.

Skills :

Inventory control, Purchasing, Forecasting, Data analysis, Purchase order

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years experience in Supply Chain with emphasis in aerospace

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to professionally receive and follow oral instructions

Capable of professionally managing confidential information

Proven experience managing a team

Possess superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines

High attention to detail

Works well with others

Basic computer skills required

Thorough knowledge of Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel)

ERP system knowledge is preferred

Prior work experience in purchasing is preferred

Ability to speak effectively

Able to hear average conversations and respond accordingly

Required to sit for long periods of time

Works in a well-lit, climate-controlled environment

Occasional stress dealing with mental / emotional demands of internal / external customers

Work environment is in close proximity of other employees and will be exposed to moderate noise generated from business office machines and multiple conversations

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies.

We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through :

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.

com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.