Buyer

• Good manufacturing business acumen, including 6 Sigma methodologies.


• Solid background in Procurement and related supply chain disciplines.


• Computer literate.


• Experience/familiarity with manufacturing business systems, preferably Oracle.


• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with two years experience or 3+ years related work experience in a related manufacturing/assembly environment.


• Strong leadership skills

PRIMARY PURPOSE\:     

Proactively works as a team member with Procurement, Quality, Engineering and others to maintain required flow of all parts while achieving continuous supply chain improvements in Quality, Delivery and Cost.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops projected annual requirements for assigned part families. 


• Assists in the development of annual purchase agreements with suppliers.


• Develops and communicates purchased parts schedules to Lycoming’s suppliers.


• Responsible for planning and rescheduling of assigned parts in Oracle system.


• Places purchase orders with suppliers.


• Plans, schedules, and expedites assigned purchased parts to ensure timely availability of quality components.


• Negotiates pricing as required with oversight from the Procurement manager.


• Liaises with suppliers to resolve quality and delivery issues.


• Works with the Accounting department to resolve invoice/payment discrepancies.


• Responsible for inventory reduction planning.