Program Buyer
LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Program Buyer for an opportunity in Bellingham, WA.
Summary:
The Program Buyer ensures that material is ordered per procedure, delivered on time, received within specifications, and within budget. They will be expected to maintain a consistent line of communication open with Program Management, to keep up to date on program specific details, such as requirements, schedule, budget, etc. Responsibility also includes providing input to Proposal Team, negotiation and management of supplier contracts, and contract award. This position may lead or mentor other Buyers as required.
Job duties and responsibilities
• Facilitation and management of qualified supplier contract negotiations
• Develop, maintain, and administer bid solicitations and request for quote (RFQ) documents
• Monitor contract milestones to ensure suppliers' schedule performance meet requirements
• Assist the Manager in the development of sales proposals for customers including complete due diligence, internal cost breakdown & profit factoring that results in a written sales proposal with complete terms and conditions to customers
• Issue purchase orders and follow up with vendors as required
• Build successful, professional working relationships with suppliers
• Negotiate/implement contract terms and cost reductions for purchased materials and subcontracted processes
• Attend program milestone meetings (i.e. ITCM, PDR,CDR)
• Serve as main point of contact for all supplier activity through duration of contract
• Additional duties as assigned by manager
• Exceptions report for products purchased
• Order parts from Order action from ERP system based on contract requirements.
Qualifications and requirements:
• 5-8 years' experience as a Senior Buyer in aerospace, medical device or tech (not software) fields preferred
• High School diploma required. Associates or Bachelor's degree in an applicable field preferred
• Experience procuring a broad range of commodities
• Familiarity with contract language and basic understanding of corporate legal terms
• Comfortable working productively with all levels of corporate structure. Primarily, but not limited to Program Management and Engineering
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications
• Troubleshooting/ creative problem solving
• Understanding of customer's expectations
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task effectively, and work under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Concise communicator – verbally and in writing
• Basic math skills
• Primarily office setting
• Some travel required
• Some bending, climbing, grasping and lifting
• Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Why Choose LAUNCH?
A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.
LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.
If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.