Title Buyer
Job location Simi Valley CA93063
Pay Rate $### perhour on W2
Duration Tempto Hire
Shift timeRegular Shift
JOBDESCRIPTION:
The Buyer usesexpertise for a range of purchasing activities including pricingand negotiating with suppliers to reach highest quality at bestvalue. Performs complex purchasing activities while ensuringprocurement procedures are in compliance with government lawsregulations and management objectives.
Job CoreResponsibilities
Performs complexpurchasing activities including pricing volume discountsnegotiating terms and longterm contracts with suppliers anddelivery of goodsservices
Negotiates bestterms (price delivery and payment terms) with suppliers whilemaintaining efficient output of purchase orders to reach highestquality at best value
Establishes sourceselection criteria for evaluation of quotations including targetpricing
Evaluates quotations received fromprospective suppliers and makes decisions regarding award ofpurchase orders
Implements formal and legalcontractual documentation into the purchase orders encompassing allcorporate and government requirements
Resolves discrepancies between purchase order requirements andsupplier performance
Ensures compliance togovernment laws regulations and procurement policies andprocedures
Identifies problem areasinitiates corrective action and establishes problem resolutiondates in a timely manner
Maintains currentand accurate purchase order data in the purchasing system (e.g.delivery dates pricing change orders)
Otherresponsibilities as assigned
Consistentexercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters ofsignificance
Regular consistent andpunctual attendance is required. May need to work nights andweekends variable schedule(s) and additional hours asnecessary
Job Specifications
Education : Bachelors degree in Supply Chain orequivalent discipline.
Certifications :
Years Experience : 5 7 years of relevantexperience
Skills :
Knowledge of the principles and practices of Procurement inaerospace/manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to write specifications prepare bid documentshandle bidding process and analyze all bid results
Strong experience negotiating license contracts with atrack record of success
Solves complexproblems and exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiplesources of information
Excellentinterpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) withability to drive tasks to completion
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database managementtools