TIGHITCO Inc, Aerostructures Group

Buyer

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for purchasing related activities.

The three general areas are a) materials and hardware b) request to purchases (RTP) c) Subcontract vendor items.

· Able to work in an organized fashion in a fast pace environment.

· Able to efficiently track and follow up on open purchase orders with suppliers to support the organization needs.

· Issuing Request-for-Quotation (RFQ), handling Quotes,

· Issuing of Purchase Orders and handling Returns-to-Vendor (RTV) and Return Material Authorizations (RMA)

· Maintaining and procuring all materials and hardware to support production as listed on the “Generated Suggestion” program in Epicor for all immediate requirements and as forecast scheduled for the next three months.

· Negotiate with sub-contract vendors and suppliers to achieve the lowest price with the quickest turn around and shortest lead time possible.

· Obtain price and delivery on all purchased items with quotes from a minimum of three suppliers when directed or required and negotiate the best price and delivery possible.

· Flowing down accurate engineering requirements and material specifications including current revisions and quality requirements in the purchase order to the supplier.

· Coordinating and properly issuing travelers, drawings, tooling and the Purchase Orders to the vendor.

· Following-up on all open purchase orders and expediting whenever and wherever possible to meet Production Schedules.

· Utilizing any or all cost saving methods when buying, such as blanket orders, LTA’s, EOQ or min/max reorder points.

· Ensure that all RTPs contain proper General Ledger (G/L) codes, are approved and signed by the Director of Procurement and / or Finance / General Manager in accordance to the Purchase Order Approval Limits.

· Responsible for typing orders, releasing, closing, rescheduling, expediting and receiving shipments and deliveries.

· Responsible for the receipt of the proper C of C’s with the material or service.

· Responsible for supplying notes in the system attached to the Purchase Order about the order.

· Responsible for resolving any rework tickets relevant to any order / vendor.

· Complete responsibility for all the paperwork pertaining to the Purchase Order. (i.e.: Travelers, certifications, justification for purchase, time-phase sheets or RTPs, etc.), and distributes paperwork appropriately.

· Maintain updated vendor information in the procurement database system, including maintaining appropriate supplier certification within the Approved Supplier List (ASL).

· Follows-up and amends “Zero Dollar” Purchase Orders and makes the necessary adjustments needed to reconcile all Purchase Order Variances with Accounting.

· Responsible for reviewing and ordering from an Advanced Bill of Materials (ABOM).

· May be asked to schedule the driver’s activities’ such as coordinating drop offs and pick-ups when directed.

· Develop manufacturing process (Bill of Materials & Traveler) for sheet metal and composite parts fabrication to customer requirements per customer supplied data (drawing, mylars and tooling). Must meet job release deadlines.

· Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.

· Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.

· Estimates production times, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.

· Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required

· Must be able to read and understand blueprints and process specifications.

· Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles changes, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements.

· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

· Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

· Should have knowledge of Epicor software; Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software and Microsoft Word Processing software is required.

· Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-pace environment

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED, prefer Associates degree or 2-5 years in Purchasing or Customer service or Order Entry. International shipping experiences desired but not required.

Supervisory Responsibility

Not required for this position

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Stand; walk and sit frequently.

· Use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms frequently.

· Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently.

· Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.

· Vision abilities required are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

To be determined on a Program specific basis

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Office Area 75% of the time

· Manufacturing Area 25% of the time

· Noise – Moderate noise

· Work near moving mechanical parts 10% of the time

AAP/EEO Statement

EEO Employer / Vet / Disabled

Pay: Up to $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person