Buyer

Who We Are

Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity collaboration and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.

The Opportunity

The Buyer will be responsible for purchasing and negotiating services and/or materials. Areas may include: machined hardware tooling forgings standard hardware electronics etc. The Buyer will also assist in identifying new suppliers to support process and spend efficiencies.

Additionally the Buyer will be responsible for:

• Working to ensure ISO9001 standards are maintained.
• Strategic sourcing of assigned commodity parts.
• Managing business relationships with suppliers commensurate with WI standards including price quality and delivery requirements.
• Managing orders through follow up issue resolution and contract negotiation.
• Analyzing negotiating and issuing RFQs to suppliers for new and existing materials supply contracts and services.
• Responsible and accountable for product safety and the quality of work including as a minimum all elements defined in the Companys Quality Policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Management or related field
• 1 - 3 years of experience in manufacturing technologies and/or commodities is desired
• Strong knowledge and abilities in the following areas: purchasing contracts or materials
• MS Office and ERP system knowledge is required; SAP preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving analytical and organizational skills
• U. S. citizenship is required
• Position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances please visit: S. Department of State

Additional Information

Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana cocaine PCP amphetamines opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.

Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability and protected veteran status.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

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