Buyer III

We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Become part of a dynamic aerospace company. Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is currently looking for a Buyer for its operations center in Creedmoor, NC. Ontic is engaged primarily in electromechanical assemblies for the aerospace industry including general aviation, commercial and military applications.

Ontic has a long history in the Aerospace and Defense marketplace, producing high quality products used in both legacy and modern applications.

Responsibilities include:

• Quote and procure a variety of mechanical, electronics and electro-mechanical components and subassemblies
• Interpret MRP to determine delivery schedules and maintain responsible inventory levels and cash flow
• Read drawings, specifications, customer contracts, and other sources of information to ensure order requirements are properly captured and flow down
• Review, analyze, and manage purchase orders, subcontract agreements, terms and conditions
• Monitor and manage purchase orders and subcontract performance to achieve results and exceed customer expectations
• Participate in competitive bidding and analysis of supplier quotations, striving for positive PPV
• Meet or exceed negotiation objectives/targets with suppliers
• Expedite assignments and projects to drive results throughout the supply chain
• Onboard new suppliers and maintain their approved status
• Operate within authority limits and route purchase orders for approval as applicable
• Other duties as assigned

Job requirements:

Minimum educational and work experience requirements for the successful candidate will include the following

• Bachelors degree (or equivalent work experience) in business or related field
• Minimum of 7 in highly regulated industry
• Government/DOD related sub-contract program management (FAR/DFAR compliance) a plus
• Understanding of methods of manufacturing, operations/planning/logistics, quality and terms and conditions
• Read and understand blueprints and specifications
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems to include hands on understanding of demand and supply
• Advanced Excel skills required
• Experience negotiating pricing and lead time
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Creating and improving processes
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
• Experience in an Aerospace environment a plus

Ontic offers competitive compensation, an excellent 401k plan along with medical, dental, disability, life insurance, paid time off and holidays. Interested individuals should send resume with salary requirements.

Ontic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position requires use of information, which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of the ITAR. The ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Card Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Compensation Pay Range

$82.5K to $87.5K

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Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran
Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements.  To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person ” as defined by 22. C.F.R. §120.15 is required.  “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.