Buyer/Planner

ebi; Graham (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company in Graham, KY is seeking a Buyer to support direct spend for production programs. You will manage supplier RFQs, POs, and sourcing, coordinating with Engineering and Proposal teams to secure high-quality materials on time.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in a related field and 5+ years in tactical purchasing, with knowledge of FAR/DFARS. Proficiency in ERP and MS Office, plus strong communication and multi-tasking skills, is required. Travel 0–10%.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain, Finance, Business or relevant degree.
• 5+ years of tactical purchasing experience in Aerospace/Defense or related industries.
• Experience with ERP systems and MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project).

Responsibilities

• Procure direct materials and services for Graham, KY operations and engineering.
• Create and manage RFQs, POs and supply Kanban systems.
• Assess supply base capability, source suppliers, negotiate and monitor deliveries.
• Support new product proposals as procurement lead with engineers.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and government procurement docs.
• Drive continuous improvement with suppliers to improve cost, quality, on-time delivery.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain, Finance, Business or relevant degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

ERP systems

Job description

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.

Job Description

EBAD seeks a Buyer supporting our direct spend and production programs, reporting to the Senior Supply Chain and Logistics Manager in our Graham, KY location.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for direct supplier purchasing, alternative supplier sourcing, and delivery of materials & services in support of EBAD Graham, KY Operations and Engineering Development teams.
• Creates and manages supplier Requests for Quotations, Purchase Orders and supply Kanban's.
• Performs assessment of supply base capability vs need, supplier sourcing, risk assessment, supplier selection & development, negotiation with suppliers, scheduling, ERP / MRP system planning, supplier Purchase Order management, conflict resolution and manages supplier follow up activity to ensure on time delivery of high-quality products at least total cost.
• Works with Proposal Engineers and Development Engineering as procurement representative on new product business proposals.
• Ensures that all regulatory requirements with respect to purchasing, storage, and transportation of materials are adhered to.
• Develops procurement cost justifications consistent with requirements of the Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFAR (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations).
• Participation in Continuous Improvement activities, working with suppliers and internal customers to facilitate improvements in cost, quality and on-time delivery.
• Works independently and manages multiple projects, at the same time, at a tactical level.

Requirements

• The ideal Candidate must have a BA/BS in Supply Chain, Finance, Business or relevant degree.
• 5+ years of tactical purchasing experience, ideally within the Aerospace and Defense, automotive or medical manufacturing industry.
• Experience in both low volume, development scale procurement (R&D), to low/medium volume production procurement is desirable.
• Understanding of Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices and basic operation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and related government procurement documentation requirements.
• Strong skills in MS Windows - Excel, Word, Power-point and MS Project.
• The candidate must be detail orientated, ability to multi-task and have excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Excels in a dynamic, changeable work environment. Energetic and positive. Ability to work independently. Processes an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Must be willing to travel as needed (0-10%).

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.