Precision Castparts
Position Summary
The Purchasing Agent sources and purchases raw material, parts, machinery, equipment, tools, services, packaging materials, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. Confers with suppliers and analyzes suppliers’ operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up on orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. May prepare bid packages. May be asked to lead and provide secondary analysis to lower level Purchasing agents.
Reporting Relationships The Purchasing Agent reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Review, coordinate, and prioritize procurement activities for company and program PO/requisitions for parts, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and other goods
Troubleshoot non-conforming suppliers on product, service, price, schedule, and/or quality issues
Coordinate new supplier qualification to customer drawing and specification requirements
Coordinate and provide make/buy data and determine procurement approach such as direct purchase or bid
Prepare, review, and approve purchase orders; provide supplier status on POs as required
Maintain orderly reports including electronic filing systems
Review, troubleshoot, and design/modify manual and computerized procurement systems for items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance; maintain inventory reports including design and reporting of internal performance metrics to management as required
Approve invoices for payment; may expedite delivery of goods to customers
May occasionally perform special projects
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills / Experience
2+ years of experience in procurement or related support position or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred
Experience in manufacturing environment
Excellent knowledge of procurement process and customer/supplier interfacing principles
Knowledge of MRP systems administration, Microsoft Office Suite, Syteline/INFOR is a plus
Strong analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to communicate proactive solutions across functional areas and various levels of management
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels
Able to establish and communicate clear priorities and to influence others to support and act on those priorities
Attention to detail and organized
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
Level of Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required
AA and/or PA of America Certificate preferred
Compensation & Benefits: Salary range $75,000 to $95,000 US. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year, 10 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan and participate in the company’s quarterly cash bonus plan at a factor of 2X the company’s bonus multiple.
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
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Reporting Relationships The Purchasing Agent reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Review, coordinate, and prioritize procurement activities for company and program PO/requisitions for parts, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and other goods
Troubleshoot non-conforming suppliers on product, service, price, schedule, and/or quality issues
Coordinate new supplier qualification to customer drawing and specification requirements
Coordinate and provide make/buy data and determine procurement approach such as direct purchase or bid
Prepare, review, and approve purchase orders; provide supplier status on POs as required
Maintain orderly reports including electronic filing systems
Review, troubleshoot, and design/modify manual and computerized procurement systems for items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance; maintain inventory reports including design and reporting of internal performance metrics to management as required
Approve invoices for payment; may expedite delivery of goods to customers
May occasionally perform special projects
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills / Experience
2+ years of experience in procurement or related support position or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred
Experience in manufacturing environment
Excellent knowledge of procurement process and customer/supplier interfacing principles
Knowledge of MRP systems administration, Microsoft Office Suite, Syteline/INFOR is a plus
Strong analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to communicate proactive solutions across functional areas and various levels of management
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels
Able to establish and communicate clear priorities and to influence others to support and act on those priorities
Attention to detail and organized
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
Level of Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required
AA and/or PA of America Certificate preferred
Compensation & Benefits: Salary range $75,000 to $95,000 US. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year, 10 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan and participate in the company’s quarterly cash bonus plan at a factor of 2X the company’s bonus multiple.
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
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