Strategic Buyer/Planner – Aerospace & Defense

Davis Manufacturing; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Davis Manufacturing in Colorado is seeking a Buyer/Planner to join our diverse team. You will plan and release work orders, purchase parts, and manage supplier performance to meet customer requirements in aerospace and defense projects.

You will monitor shifts in demand, support RFQ processes, and ensure on-time shipments. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in planning/buying in discrete manufacturing and a solid understanding of MRP/ERP.

Qualifications

• Supply Chain Management background.
• Competent in use of computer software.
• Competent in written and verbal communications.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing workflow.
• Understanding of MRP/ERP concepts and processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor customer forecasts and demands, creates and releases work orders and purchase orders to support requirements.
• Supports RFQ process and works with estimation to ensure that quotes are received timely.
• Monitors backlog and work with factory managers and shipping supervisor to ensure that shipments occur on time.
• Selects appropriate suppliers to meet requirements.
• Monitor capacity at suppliers, expedites as required.
• Manage and maintain supplier quality, delivery and cost performance.
• Understands and follows AS9100 and customer requirements before ordering hardware or services.

Skills

Supply chain mgmt

Software proficiency

Communication skills

Manufacturing workflow

MRP/ERP concepts

Education

BS/BA degree or technical equivalent

High school diploma / GED with experience

Job description

Davis Manufacturing in Colorado is seeking a Buyer/Planner to join our diverse team. You will plan and release work orders, purchase parts, and manage supplier performance to meet customer requirements in aerospace and defense projects.

You will monitor shifts in demand, support RFQ processes, and ensure on-time shipments. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in planning/buying in discrete manufacturing and a solid understanding of MRP/ERP.