Buyer II

Marmon Aerospace & Defense LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for purchasing all raw material needed from suppliers to ensure a smooth flow of product to manufacturing. Develop and maintain supplier relationships and lean supply practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review MRP signal to determine demand and schedule material delivery dates to meet customer demand.
• Purchase raw materials, MRO, and other non-raw material items.
• Maintain files and records on all (open and closed) purchase orders.
• Work with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of quality product to meet our manufacturing requirements.
• Drive down lead time with our supply base to reduce inventory levels.
• Work with critical suppliers to develop supplier stock programs to support continuous supply.
• Maintain current pricing of all raw materials and notify others on price changes.
• Handle quotations and lead time inquiries for sales and current requirements.
• Negotiate with our non-raw material suppliers to maintain or lower current pricing.
• Facilitate discussion with suppliers and internal quality and operations on returns of defective raw material to suppliers.
• Ensure material pull systems (kanbans) are maintained and improved, utilizing data and working with operations.
• Identify and drive closure of root cause, develop solutions for part shortages, inventory inaccuracies and on time delivery misses to customers.
• Support on time delivery and inventory goals.
• Drive internal and external teams on supply chain projects.
• Attend cross-over, non-conforming materials, sales & operations, and any other meetings deemed necessary by manager.
• Walk the manufacturing floor as necessary during meetings, Kanban reviews, and material reviews.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by the Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a self-starter and able to work independently
• Team player
• Organized, thorough, and flexible
• Agent of change
• Detail-oriented
• Time management skills
• Ability to prioritize
• Strong analytical skills
• Computer literacy (at least intermediate level Microsoft Suite, MRP/ERP systems)

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related discipline or at least three years of related experience
• Knowledge of MRP systems, including inventory control, bills of materials, and routing functions
• Familiar with Lean and 5S principles
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with various teams and suppliers.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• APICS certification preferred

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .