Aerospace Supply Chain Buyer – Cost, Quality & Delivery

Whippany Actuation Systems LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Whippany Actuation Systems LLC is seeking a results-driven Supply Chain Buyer to join our purchasing team in New Jersey. You will manage supplier relationships and coordinate procurement of materials, components, and services to support on-time, cost-effective production.

Role involves negotiating costs, evaluating proposals, and working with ERP/MRP systems to ensure compliant sourcing. Travel up to 5% and US work authorization required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited university.
• 3 years' experience in a procurement, purchasing, or relevant supply chain role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• The ability to travel up to 5%.
• Authorization to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Achieve the lowest possible cost for material, balanced against quality and schedule needs.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals using negotiation and cost analysis techniques.
• Evaluate requirements using ERP/MRP action plans and reports.
• Implement purchase contracts ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Support new product introduction and development for sourcing.
• Coordinate with Program Management, Operations, Engineering and Quality to meet production schedules.

Skills

ERP/MRP planning

Vendor management

Negotiation

Travel up to 5%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

APICS/ASCM Certification

Tools

SyteLine ERP (Infor CSI)

Job description

Whippany Actuation Systems LLC is seeking a results-driven Supply Chain Buyer to join our purchasing team in New Jersey. You will manage supplier relationships and coordinate procurement of materials, components, and services to support on-time, cost-effective production.

Role involves negotiating costs, evaluating proposals, and working with ERP/MRP systems to ensure compliant sourcing. Travel up to 5% and US work authorization required. Equal opportunity employer.