Buyer II

Pursuit Aerospace; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace in South Windsor, CT, is seeking a Buyer II to manage purchasing activities with increasing independence. You will own assigned commodities, negotiate with suppliers, and collaborate with planning, engineering, quality, and operations to support production and cost objectives.

This 100% onsite role runs first shift 7:00 AM–3:30 PM and requires ERP/MRP-driven material orders, supplier coordination, data accuracy, and ongoing cost-reduction initiatives to improve readiness and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, operations, or related field with 3 years of purchasing/supply chain/manufacturing ops experience, or 5 years without degree.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. full-time without sponsorship now or in the future; visa sponsorship not offered.
• Ability to work under ITAR/EAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Orders production material using ERP/MRP and follows inventory guidelines.
• Coordinate PO quantities/delivery dates per production plan.
• Maintain purchasing records with accuracy and integrity.
• Update and archive quotations and purchase orders.
• Identify new suppliers to reduce costs and improve quality/service.
• Collaborate with planning, engineering, quality, and operations.
• Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, operations, engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

Buyer II

Full-time Regular Purchasing South Windsor, CT, US

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity:

The Buyer II role provides an opportunity to manage purchasing activities with increasing independence and responsibility. This position owns assigned commodities or suppliers, executes negotiations, and partners cross-functionally with planning, engineering, quality, and operations teams to support production and cost objectives. The Buyer II contributes to continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives while developing deeper expertise in supplier performance, material planning, and manufacturing operations.

Location: South Windsor, CT

This role will be 100% onsite and works first shift 7:00AM -3:30PM

Responsibilities:

• Orders production material using ERP/MRP and reorder rules to predetermine inventory guidelines.
• Coordinates changes to purchase order quantities or delivery dates, as required per production plan.
• Responsible for timely updating, accuracy, and integrity of purchasing records and data.
• Issue, Maintain and file/archive the Quotation and Purchase Order records.
• Updates suppliers on changes to specifications and arranges for effective transitions.
• Identify new suppliers to reduce costs and increase quality and service.
• Address all receiving, invoicing and paperwork issues within a timely manner, and drive to resolution.
• Manages inventory levels to reduce inventory while ensuring supply availability using lean manufacturing techniques.
• Ability to create reports for assigned commodities, and support all of the tendering requirements for that commodity.
• Effective problem-solving capabilities in challenging and demanding situations, and ability to focus on ever shifting priorities.
• Monitor/Expedite the Purchase Order requirements for suppliers and maintain the current commitments within the system.
• Ensure appropriate lead times are set for new and / or existing Part Numbers and maintained in the system. Negotiate with potential suppliers of products and services to achieve team goals and meet standard Ts and Cs.
• Utilize system to receive material/service requirements through requisitions and monitor delivery receipts by examining the system's data bases.
• Collaborates with planning, engineering, quality, and operations teams
• Resolves supply, quality, and delivery issues with minimal supervision
• Participates in cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field AND 3 years of purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing operations experience – OR – in lieu of degree, 5 years of purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing operations experience
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of aerospace and/or manufacturing experience
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process optimization tools to drive efficiency and readiness.
• Ability to manage cross-functional and matrixed teams and drive collaboration across departments.
• Ability to analyze production data, identify trends, and make informed decisions regarding readiness planning and process improvement.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring you to pivot and adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent computer skills, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Working Conditions

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
• Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.