Buyer

Williams International; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams International is seeking a Buyer to purchase and negotiate services and materials across machined hardware, tooling, forgings, standard hardware, electronics, and more. The role focuses on supplier qualification, cost optimization, and timely delivery in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

You will help ensure ISO9001 standards, identify new suppliers, manage supplier relationships on price, quality and delivery, and lead RFQs with follow-up and negotiations. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing technologies or commodities.
• Strong knowledge in purchasing, contracts or materials.
• MS Office and ERP system knowledge required; SAP preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving, analytical and organizational skills.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain U.S. Government security clearance if needed.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and negotiate services and materials across machined hardware, tooling, forgings, standard hardware, electronics, etc.
• Assist in identifying new suppliers to support process and spend efficiencies.
• Ensure ISO9001 standards are maintained.
• Strategic sourcing of assigned commodity parts.
• Manage supplier relationships with price, quality and delivery requirements.
• Manage orders through follow up, issue resolution, and contract negotiation.
• Analyze, negotiate and issue RFQs for new and existing materials and contracts.
• Responsible for product safety and quality per the company Quality Policy.
• Possess eligibility for U.S. Government security investigations as required.

Skills

Purchasing

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

ERP (SAP)

MS Office

Communication

U.S. citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.

The Opportunity

The Buyer will be responsible for purchasing and negotiating services and/or materials. Areas may include: machined hardware, tooling, forgings, standard hardware, electronics, etc. The Buyer will also assist in identifying new suppliers to support process and spend efficiencies.

Additionally, the Buyer will be responsible for:

• Working to ensure ISO9001 standards are maintained.
• Strategic sourcing of assigned commodity parts.
• Managing business relationships with suppliers commensurate with WI standards including price, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Managing orders through follow up, issue resolution, and contract negotiation.
• Analyzing, negotiating and issuing RFQ’s to suppliers for new and existing materials, supply contracts and services.
• Responsible and accountable for product safety and the quality of work, including, as a minimum, all elements defined in the Company’s Quality Policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field
• 1 - 3 years of experience in manufacturing technologies and/or commodities is desired
• Strong knowledge and abilities in the following areas: purchasing, contracts or materials
• MS Office and ERP system knowledge is required; SAP preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and organizational skills
• U.S. citizenship is required
• Position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: S. Department of State

Additional Information

Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.

Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.

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