Buyer

The Buyer is responsible to procure at the lowest overall cost in support of MRP requirements, while ensuring superior supplier quality and delivery performance. Buyers develop sourcing tactics and strategies, negotiate purchase order values, and monitor purchase orders in support of programs. Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, develop remedial action plans, and coordinate internal functions required to support the procurement function. Apply root cause analysis, cost analysis, lean enterprise tools and techniques toward the development of a high performance supply chain. Represent suppliers interests internally, advocating supplier positions when appropriate. Achieve positive results while adhering to CPI values, maintaining positive communications with suppliers, and improving supplier relationships.
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Essential Functions:Review and assimilate MRP requirementsDevelop sourcing plans and issue RFQ’s/RFP’sPerform bid analysis and rationalize purchase order awardsNegotiate purchase order terms and conditions advantageous to CPIProperly align purchase order deliveries with supplier capacity, while meeting CPI needsEvaluate potential sources of supplyAct as the voice of the supplier internal to CPI and be a supplier advocate where appropriateExperience in contract negotiationsAny other duties assignedAdditional/Specific Requirements:Basic understanding of Procurement principles and concepts.Familiarity and experience purchasing in support of government contracts and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)Proficiency in standard computing software including MS Word, Excel, PowerPointExperience in MRP/ERP systemEducation/Experience:3-5 years experienceBachelors Degree preferred or equivalent education and work experienceThe salary range for this position is: $64,350 to $92,550 annually. Actual compensation will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and other factors allowed by law. Individuals are not typically hired at or near the top of the salary range.For immediate consideration for this position, please e-mail your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to Please ensure that the job Reference Code is included in your correspondence. xzbcwsv CPI Aero considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.