Purchasing & Quoting Analyst

PCX Aerostructures, LLC; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

PCX Aerostructures, LLC in Manchester seeks a Purchasing & Quoting Analyst to plan and buy requirements identified by the business. You will create Purchase Orders, maintain delivery schedules, and evaluate supplier proposals.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of Aerospace Manufacturing experience, strong time management skills, and proficiency in ERP/MRP systems like Epicor. Join our committed team ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of Aerospace Manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to learn and use ERP/MRP systems, preferably Epicor.

Responsibilities

• Create and enter Purchase Orders within cost estimate.
• Maintain and expedite delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Raise RFQs and evaluate proposals from suppliers.
• Manage supplier scorecards for delivery and quality.
• Negotiate the lowest possible cost balanced with quality.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Aerospace Manufacturing experience

Time management

ERP/MRP systems (Epicor)

Computer skills (MS Office)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Results focus

Job description

Title

Purchasing & Quoting Analyst

Location

Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester

Purpose

To plan, buy and expedite delivery of requirements identified by the business system or department representatives while minimizing transactions, cost, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Create and enter Purchase Orders within cost estimate to be delivered on time.
• Maintain/expedite delivery schedules with suppliers, relay supplier delivery information to appropriate departments.
• Raise RFQs and evaluate proposals to ensure most appropriate supplier is determined.
• Manage supplier scorecards to ensure supplier OTD and Quality meets requirements.
• Negotiates the lowest possible cost for the commodity balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
• Work as a member of the supply chain team on various projects.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended period of time.
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Moderate twisting and bending.
• Moderate climbing on step stools or platforms.

Required Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear

Qualifications

• US Citizen
• 2-3 years Aerospace Manufacturing experience required
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines (strong time management)
• Ability to learn and use ERP/MRP systems (Epicor desired)
• Solid computer skills, including MS Office (excel, word, outlook)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Solid problem-solving skills
• Results focus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Aerospace & Defense is an equal opportunity employer.