Safran • Saint Paul, MN 55112
Job #2692082612
Senior Buyer
Company : Safran Aero Boosters
Job field : Supply chain
Location : New Brighton , Minnesota , United States
Contract type : Permanent
Contract duration : Full-time
Required degree : Bachelor's Degree
Required experience : More than 5 years
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Job Description
As a member of the Global Procurement and Supply Chain team, Senior Buyer is responsible for the providing analytical data to drive business initiatives. They will handle complex negotiations, will identify, select and manage relationships with suppliers, will manage the purchasing cycle, including requisitions, purchase orders, will monitor supplier performance, recommend improvements, and address supplier quality issues related to supplier product.
In conjunction with technical specifications from Engineering, write requests for quote and extends invitations to bid to appropriate suppliers.
Evaluate proposals based on cost, lead-time, project requirements, policy Compliance and other factors.
Coordinate with Project Management to meet budgets and delivery schedules.
Negotiate pricing, quality and delivery criteria for required materials in connection with the placement of purchase orders.
Process purchase requisitions for materials required for manufacturing.
Coordinate any supplier questions or problems with Engineering, Quality, Sales, project managers and Accounting or other Departments as required.
Manage supplier performance and ensure feedback is provided to each supplier with the focus on maintaining and improving supplier performance.
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease inefficiencies in manufacturing times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with project principles
Coordinate with other internal departments and with suppliers on any special projects or programs as assigned
Provide estimate for Sales Cost Breakdown during RFQ process
Serve as a liaison between vendors and Company personnel
Organize, update and retain product information files and purchase order records
Approve invoices for orders for which they are responsible
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field
5+ years of experience in manufacturing procurement, domestic and international preferred
Proven ability to balance risk, effectively influence diverse teams, and take ownership of responsibility for outcomes while fostering a positive team spirit
Demonstrated success managing and leading large-scale, complex, multi-discipline projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders and partners
Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience both internally and externally
Demonstrate strong analytical skills by anticipating problems including problem identification, action planning and execution
Knowledge of principles and practices of purchasing and accounting flow cycles
Knowledge of common international business practices relating to the purchase, currency, costing, payment terms, Incoterms, shipping modes, taxes
Knowledge of purchasing, inventory, and accounting ERP modules
Technical aptitude to understand complex products being purchased and interpret engineering drawings
Ability to comprehend policies, procedures, and laws related to importing and exporting
Demonstrate the ability to problem solve and develop alternative solutions when dealing with client issues or emotional topics
Highly motivated, able to prioritize and work independently
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639 Campus DriveMN 55112
New Brighton
Minnesota United States
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Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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