Buyer II

Marmon Aerospace & Defense LLC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Marmon Aerospace & Defense LLC is seeking a Procurement Specialist to handle purchasing of raw materials, MRO, and related items, ensuring a smooth flow to manufacturing. You will manage supplier relationships, schedule deliveries, and drive reductions in lead times while maintaining pricing and materials availability.

The role requires collaboration with internal teams to meet production demands, optimize inventory, and support continuous supply improvements across the organization.

Qualifications

• Be a self-starter and able to work independently.
• Team player.
• Organized, thorough, and flexible.
• Agent of change.
• Detail-oriented.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Computer literacy (at least intermediate level Microsoft Suite, MRP/ERP systems).

Responsibilities

• Review MRP signal to determine demand and schedule material delivery dates to meet customer demand.
• Purchase raw materials, MRO, and other non-raw material items.
• Maintain files and records on all purchase orders.
• Work with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of quality product to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Drive down lead time with our supply base to reduce inventory levels.
• Work with critical suppliers to develop supplier stock programs to support continuous supply.
• Maintain current pricing of all raw materials and notify others on price changes.
• Handle quotations and lead time inquiries for sales and current requirements.
• Negotiate with non-raw material suppliers to maintain or lower current pricing.
• Facilitate discussion with suppliers and internal quality and operations on returns of defective raw material to suppliers.
• Ensure material pull systems (kanbans) are maintained and improved, utilizing data and working with operations.
• Identify and drive closure of root cause, develop solutions for part shortages, inventory inaccuracies and on time delivery misses to customers.
• Support on time delivery and inventory goals.
• Drive internal and external teams on supply chain projects.
• Attend cross-over, non-conforming materials, sales & operations, and any other meetings deemed necessary by manager.
• Walk the manufacturing floor as necessary during meetings, Kanban reviews, and material reviews.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by the Manager

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Organized

Agent of change

Detail-oriented

Time management

Prioritization

Analytical skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related discipline

Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Marmon Aerospace & Defense LLC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings — you’ll do things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for purchasing all raw material needed from suppliers to ensure a smooth flow of product to manufacturing. Develop and maintain supplier relationships and lean supply practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review MRP signal to determine demand and schedule material delivery dates to meet customer demand.
• Purchase raw materials, MRO, and other non-raw material items.
• Maintain files and records on all (open and closed) purchase orders.
• Work with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of quality product to meet our manufacturing requirements.
• Drive down lead time with our supply base to reduce inventory levels.
• Work with critical suppliers to develop supplier stock programs to support continuous supply.
• Maintain current pricing of all raw materials and notify others on price changes.
• Handle quotations and lead time inquiries for sales and current requirements.
• Negotiate with our non-raw material suppliers to maintain or lower current pricing.
• Facilitate discussion with suppliers and internal quality and operations on returns of defective raw material to suppliers.
• Ensure material pull systems (kanbans) are maintained and improved, utilizing data and working with operations.
• Identify and drive closure of root cause, develop solutions for part shortages, inventory inaccuracies and on time delivery misses to customers.
• Support on time delivery and inventory goals.
• Drive internal and external teams on supply chain projects.
• Attend cross-over, non-conforming materials, sales & operations, and any other meetings deemed necessary by manager.
• Walk the manufacturing floor as necessary during meetings, Kanban reviews, and material reviews.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by the Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a self-starter and able to work independently
• Team player
• Organized, thorough, and flexible
• Agent of change
• Detail-oriented
• Time management skills
• Ability to prioritize
• Strong analytical skills
• Computer literacy (at least intermediate level Microsoft Suite, MRP/ERP systems)

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related discipline or at least three years of related experience
• Knowledge of MRP systems, including inventory control, bills of materials, and routing functions
• Familiar with Lean and 5S principles
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with various teams and suppliers.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• APICS certification preferred

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.