Sr Buyer PacSci

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC) a Fortive Corporation (NYSE: FTV) operating company makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery we provide leadingedge energetic materials devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis impacting the lives of military personnel law enforcement officers commercial airline pilots astronauts and oil field operators. For nearly a century PacSci EMCs experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information go to EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race sex religion age national origin color disability or veteran status. Nonetheless pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual provision: THAAD PRIME Flowdowns (HClauses) H42 FOREIGN PERSONS paragraph D. All employees of all entities that make up the Contractors team whether subcontractors consultants or anyone who works with or on behalf of the Contractor will be citizens of the U.S. Accordingly only U.S. citizens will be qualified to fill these roles. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind be yourself and feel supported. Its how we achieve more together for each other for our customers and for the world.

Responsibilities:

Active supply base management to optimize supplier performance and accommodate operational excellence. Champion problemsolving activities foster continuous improvement environment and influence stakeholders. The Sr. Buyer is responsible for the ordering based on approved requisitions and availability of materials to meet development/production requirements. This includes responsibility for developing and maintaining competitive sources for materials supplies and services.

• PO Process
  • Executes purchase order blanket purchase orders and other measures to secure long term supply & fix pricing.
  • Identified opportunities for supplier Kan Ban safety stock or VMI & initiate.
  • Ensures that purchase order records are always accurate and resolves any discrepancies about price lead time transportation & T/Cs expeditiously.
  • Manages the of complex processing & operations.
  • Responds urgently to shortages or push outs. Able to resolve and manage effectively to prevent disruption to operations & customer expectations.
  • Follows all company purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Receives and evaluates proposals from potential suppliers. Develops negotiation plans and with management approval completes negotiations.
  • Documents procurement files to show that competent consideration has been given to all factors essential to effective and economical procurement.
• Negotiations
  • Lead negotiation on costs inventory & standard T/Cs
  • Price justification and cost analysis
  • Ability to influence multiple suppliers.
• Daily Work
  • Leads supplier ontime delivery corrective actions.
  • Source for escalation for daily issues
  • Perform root cause analysis to facilitate daily management & problem solving.
  • Lead audit initiatives on standard work
  • Train other buyers
  • Ability to lead/mentor & develop standard work.
  • Conducts all compliance activity to support corporate & business requirements.
  • Preemptively manage material obsolescence & lifecycle events
  • Responsible for resolving supplier feedback.
  • Fully understand origin of system messages and ability to troubleshoot.
  • Facilitate change management within department and externally. Coordinates engineering manufacturing and quality control requirements with suppliers.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Ability to lead with Fortive Business Systems (FBS) tools.
  • Lead/Facilitate various continuous improvement events.
• Supply Base Management
  • Understands and may influence suppliers supply chain takes action to mitigate risk.
  • Develops and maintains competitive sources for materials supplies and services. Coordinates source selection decisions with other company activities as required.
  • Keeps abreast of the market business cycles scarcity and surplus conditions.
  • Ability to influence supplier and supply chain performance.
  • Ability to create solutions to shortages cost or pushouts through collaboration alternatives and innovation.
  • Knowledge of scorecard rating & SCARs.
  • Identifies new sources & performs basic capability assessment.
  • Responsible for source transition activity part qualification.
  • Develops and maintains good supplier relations by adhering to high standards of business ethics and fair dealing

Qualifications External:

• 3 years of purchasing experience in an aerospace environment or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of working in an MRP environment. Working knowledge of Kanban a plus.
• Good negotiating skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Business or related field or 5 years related experience in lieu of degree
• CPM and/or APICS certification desirable

Working Conditions:On Site with 10 hybrid option available

Benefits:

• PTO
• 401K
• Health Insurance (medical dental optical)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave (mothers fathers and adoptive parents)

In addition to the benefits youd expect we also offer flexibility stability and prosperity:

• A bonus payment for all associates paid quarterly based on company performance and behavior metrics
• Promotion from within culture.
• Opportunity to move vertically or laterally
• A culture where we all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind be yourself and feel supported. Its how we achieve more together for each other for our customers and for the world.

Job Title:Sr. Buyer

Department:Supply Chain Quality Operations & FBS Exempt

Reports To:Purchasing Manager

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