Buyer / Planner

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  Issues and manages purchase orders with a focus on date integrity and cost control.
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  Process orders from workbench for ETO/MTO orders. Add labor steps, part steps, and subcontract steps to job orders, as needed.
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  Ensure that all ETO and MTO orders are processed by the end of each workday.
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  Maintain job travelers and shop bill of materials per the Engineering Change Orders and Engineering method of manufacture (MOM).
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  Maintain and enhance relationships with suppliers.
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  Utilize the ERP system to streamline and automate the scheduling and buying process.

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  Communicate when there is an issue between what is required and our ability to provide it in a timely fashion.
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  Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations and ensure they comply with technical and commercial requirements.
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  Maintain purchasing records, files, price lists and resource materials.
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  Maintain dates in computer, acknowledgement report, follow-up dates, and follow-up information.
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  Recommend continuous improvement activities to reduce cost, improve quality and on-time delivery.

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  Lead supplier through the resolution of discrepancies or schedule delays, including corrective and preventative actions and recovery plans.
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  Analyze key inventory control measures to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
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  Active member of material review board (MRB).

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  Record supplier non-conformances and follow appropriate correction actions per department procedures.
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  Assist finance with invoice discrepancies and supplier billing issues.
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  Coach and mentor other Buyer/Planners.
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  Act as backup and assist other Buyer/Planners with various duties, including sales promise dates.
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  Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities