Senior Buyer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match

Health benefits

Learning & Development

Referral program

Competitive pay

Employee stock purchase plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Cheswick, PA, is seeking a Senior Buyer to execute complex procurement activities, negotiate terms, and drive supplier performance for high-value programs. You will lead end-to-end purchasing, manage supplier relationships, conduct site visits, ensure compliance, and support cost-reduction initiatives across manufacturing projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Business Administration or related field, 5–7 years of buying experience, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field.
• 5-7 years of purchasing experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Advanced working knowledge of contract law and terms and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Executes end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value materials and services.
• Negotiates and administers complex purchase orders and agreements.
• Drives supplier selection, site visits, and performance monitoring to meet cost, quality and delivery goals.
• Maintains procurement records and ensures compliance with regulations.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

ERP systems

Excel

Contract terms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Supply Chain Management

Engineering

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

## Senior BuyerApply: US-PA-Cheswick (EMD): Full time: Posted Today: JR13988We are looking for a **Senior Buyer** to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location. **Your Responsibilities:** The Senior Buyer is responsible for executing complex or technical procurement activities, including high-value purchases. This role negotiates pricing and contract terms, drives sourcing efforts and supplier performance to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives. **Salary**: $69,200 - 92,200 per yearPlease note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.**We Take Care of Our People:**Paid Time Off **I** 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing **I** Health and Wellness Benefits **I** Learning and Development Opportunities **I** Referral Program **I** Competitive Pay **I** Recognition **I** Employee Stock Purchase Plan**I** Inclusive & Supportive Culture **Your Challenge:*** Executes end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value materials, components and services. Negotiates and administers complex purchase orders and agreements. Issues and administers purchase orders, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable Federal, state, and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials or services.* Drives supplier selection. Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.* Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring (cost, quality, delivery) and corrective action implementation. Proactively addresses issues and escalates as needed.* Resolves complex invoice discrepancies, receiving issues and supplier disputes.* Maintains accurate and complete procurement records.* Collaborates with internal stakeholders including manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to ensure alignment with program schedules and requirements.* Drives cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. **What you bring:*** Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field and 5-7 years of purchasing experience preferably in a manufacturing environment* Advanced working knowledge of contract law and business terms and conditions.* Government procurement experience preferred.* Ability to make decisions or suggestions based on rules or procedures.* Problem solving skills in situations in which prior experience with similar problems has shown which choice is most appropriate, selecting from known alternatives.* Experience with ERP Systems with Oracle ERP system preferred.* Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office programs.* Organized, self-motivated, proactive and results-oriented; ability to multi-task.* Have a good sense for priority setting and time management; ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines.* Ability to work individually with minimal supervision or with a team.* Build and maintain effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders, suppliers and auditors* Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.* Keen attention to detail and accuracy.* Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens.* Must be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance. *No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our **Talent Acquisition Team** and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.***Compliance Statement**This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.