Aerospace Strategic Commodity Buyer

Defense Mechanics Inc; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

401K with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Safran Electrical & Power in Denton, Texas is seeking a Strategic Commodity Buyer to develop sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, lead supplier negotiations, and build strong partnerships across the organization.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience, with a focus on cost reduction, supplier performance, and compliance. This position offers career growth across global sites and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 5 years of applicable experience.
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Advanced: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex pricing proposals and formulate a strategic plan.
• Advanced: Demonstrated ability to influence others.
• Advanced: Self starter and independent worker with ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Advanced: Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Advanced: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies for all assigned commodities, applying best-in-class procurement processes and technology, managing special projects, and driving procurement/supplier initiatives.
• Lead the negotiations to select, appoint and steer a supply base that progresses the company objectives on quality, cost, delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Continually develop strong relationships with internal business partners across the company and stay connected to their individual business strategies and needs.
• Develop and execute RFI, RFQ, and RFP requirements.
• Evaluate competitive offers and present sourcing options that meet business requirements.
• Negotiate supplier agreements in line with company objectives. Continued coordination with group legal required.
• Conduct in depth spend analysis in order to develop cost savings initiatives through various cost reduction options.
• Monitor, manage, and report on achievements on key purchasing indicators in line with department requirements.
• Continous benchmarking of assigned commodities to achieve best market price.
• Identify and drive annual productivity improvements in each spend category.
• Assure full compliance with all regulations and responsible care guidelines.

Skills

Pricing analysis

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Influence others

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Safran Electrical & Power in Denton, Texas is seeking a Strategic Commodity Buyer to develop sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, lead supplier negotiations, and build strong partnerships across the organization.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience, with a focus on cost reduction, supplier performance, and compliance. This position offers career growth across global sites and a robust benefits package.