Commodity Buyer

ST Engineering MRAS; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 63,500 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Health Flexible Spending Accounts

Free Onsite Gym

Immediate 401k vesting

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Paid Time off

Job summary

ST Engineering MRAS in Middle River, Maryland is seeking an entry-level buyer to support supplier relations and ensure internal customer satisfaction. This role includes managing the entire order life cycle and requires a Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills, excel in a fast-paced environment, and be U.S. Persons as defined under export control regulations.

At ST Engineering MRAS, we offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3 years of purchasing/sourcing experience.
• Must be a U.S. Person as per export control regulations.
• 1-3 years strategic sourcing experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage entire life cycle of supplier relationships.
• Assist Sourcing Manager with daily functions.
• Drive supplier recovery planning as necessary.

Skills

Strategic sourcing experience

Knowledge in hydraulics, valves, sensors

Strong problem-solving skills

Strong Excel skills

Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

SAP

Job description

Overview

ST Engineering MRAS is seeking an entry-level buyer to assist with and manage dedicated suppliers to achieve the best contractual conditions, pricing, terms & delivery, while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction. In this role, you will report to the Sourcing Manager and assist with day-to-day responsibilities along with handling the entire order life cycle. This activity is with guidance from the Sourcing Manager within the Actuation and Accessories purchasing lane.

At ST Engineering MRAS, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as its materials and processing expertise.

What You Will Do

• Manage the entire life cycle of the supplier relationship including the following: Bidder list development, RFQ, bid analysis, down select, negotiations, deal review preparation & presentation, contract award, bid process documentation, PO release and fulfillment.
• Manage supplier on-time delivery (OTD) & quality metrics.
• Assist Sourcing Manager with day-to-day functions.
• Status delivery & commitments from suppliers.
• Support accurate and timely supplier shipments through receipt.
• Support aftermarket repair orders and aftermarket supplier contract administration.
• Drive MRB documentation between the supplier and internal parties.
• Drive supplier recovery planning & execution as necessary.
• Define, present & administer supplier strategy to ensure best overall value is obtained, including consistent delivery to schedule & quality requirements.
• Assist and support supplier negotiations and special projects as required.
• Monitor engineering change activity & lead detailed overlap process with supplier(s).
• Communicate and coordinate activities as required with cross-functional groups including Planning, Engineering, Quality, Programs, Finance, Legal & Manufacturing.
• Assist in the continuous development of the Procurement function towards best practices.

What YOU Must Bring To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business degree is preferred) or 3 years of purchasing/sourcing experience in lieu of Bachelor’s degree.
• This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A ‘U.S. Person,’ as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be a U.S. Person or fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization. If hired, you will be required to provide valid proof of such status.

Desired Characteristics

• 1-3 years of strategic sourcing experience including RFPs, supplier selection, PO placement, supplier order status/tracking
• Knowledge in hydraulics, valves, sensors, electronics, metallics, etc.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Critical self-thinker and strong problem-solving skills
• Strong Excel skills and other Microsoft Office tools
• Familiar with ERP systems (SAP desired)
• Aerospace industry experience

Benefits and Additional Information

At ST Engineering MRAS, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities. Estimate salary range for this role: $63,500 to $93,000 per year. ST Engineering MRAS considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at [e-mail].