Procures MRO (Maintenance, Repairs, Operations) and non-Production related Purchase Orders. Validates purchase order confirmations. Negotiates pricing and expedites purchase orders upon approval. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with suppliers. Resolves invoice discrepancies and other documentation problems. Resolves issues with rejections, certifications, and delivery commitments. Processes purchasing requisitions through Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Expedites del... more details
Buyer I
Location : LocationUS-CA-Foothill Ranch
Requisition ID
2024-8338
Category
Purchasing
Segment
Kaman Aerospace
# of Openings
1
Posted Date
17 hours ago(5/3/2024 3:44 PM)
Overview
Position is responsible for supporting a variety of production and non-production products and services. Generating MRO Purchase Orders in E1 based off requisitions entered by Bal Seal employees. Tracks purchases. Requests RFQ's (Request for Quotes). Responds to internal and external correspondence via email, in person or phone.
Operating as an independent division of the Bloomfield, CT-based Kaman Corporation, Bal Seal Engineering is “a Kaman company.” This structure allows us to remain agile and entrepreneurial as we leverage our parent company’s scale, resources, and complementary capabilities. We’re proud to be part of Kaman, a company with a past so similar to our own, and a commitment to positively shaping the future.
For information regarding benefit offerings, please visit our site here: https://kaman.com/contact/careers/employee-benefits/
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Procures MRO (Maintenance, Repairs, Operations) and non-Production related Purchase Orders
Validates purchase order confirmations
Negotiates pricing and expedites purchase orders upon approval
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with suppliers
Resolves invoice discrepancies and other documentation problems
Resolves issues with rejections, certifications, and delivery commitments
Processes purchasing requisitions through Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
Expedites delivery of critical parts for production
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education:
No related experience required, Minimum 1 year experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Experience:
No experience in procuring raw materials in a manufacturing environment required, 1 year experience preferred
Supporting production control, inventory, stockroom, and shipping and receiving functions
Experience in ERP/MRP and how to respond
Knowledge of procurement practices and procedures in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong computer literacy (MS Office)
Strong Interpersonal Skills to work with team members, clients, and suppliers
Excellent attention to detail to ensure all purchase orders are accurate
Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment
E1 experience a plus
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