Purchasing Manager (Aerospace & Defense) - REF2021R

Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on Twitter.

Job Description

The Purchasing Manager will manage a procurement staff for the procurement of all site material (except subcontracts), equipment and services necessary for manufacturing and ensures efficient movement of materials required for meeting production schedules.  Assist in the review of supplier proposals for price, delivery time and quality. Monitors cost, schedule and performance factors of suppliers and programs to ensure adherence to budgets and customer requirements.  Researches and develops sources of supply for required commodities.  Evaluates material shortages and determines appropriate inventory levels.  Directs material procurement and program scheduling activities through the use of a computerized ERP System. Promote performance excellence and professionalism within the site’s Supply Chain Management function. The ideal candidate will have an insatiable desire for continuous improvement both for the organization and for their own professional development. 

Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Administer a program of effective procurement strategy incorporating lean materials management into the site procurement team.  Drive to optimum total cost, establish and manage terms and conditions, adhere to established quality standards, product specifications, schedules and Customer requirements and expectations.
• Be a key member of the supply chain leadership team to establish ongoing strategy development and effectively interact with internal and external executives, business unit leads, and cross functional peers through healthy conflict and problem solving.
• Maintain systemic methods ensuring material visibility and supplier delivery accuracy
• Select, train, and develop subordinates. Assign work for most efficient utilization of personnel, reviewing their activities to assure quality performance. Make appropriate promotional and salary recommendations or terminations.
• Through effective planning and material management; enable leveraged spend, cost savings and strong negotiating positions across the enterprise.
• Coordinate Configuration Control Board activities, ensuring that all changes affecting production as well as components and assemblies are actioned in a timely fashion.
• In collaboration with Supplier Quality, continuously evaluate suppliers and optimize the supplier base through analyses of their capabilities, quality performance, delivery performance, price competitiveness, production rates and tooling availability. Requires knowledge of numerous industries to ensure that purchased items meet established quality standards and specifications set forth.
• Ensure company procurement policies and procedures required for purchase order terms and conditions, re-determinations, contract terminations and supplier relations and negotiations are followed to maintain compliance with all applicable Government laws including FAR, DFAR & DoD Regulations.
• Maintain direct and strong relationships with suppliers, internal and external customer representatives to provide efficient, timely and cost‑effective procurement of materials. Keep abreast of innovation and industry trends in supply chain and strategic sourcing.
• Review and approve Purchase Orders for compliance to company procurement policies and procedures, contract requirements, and compliance with all applicable Government laws and regulations.
• Ensure the efficient resolution of departmental supply chain problems and coordinate problem resolution with all interfacing departments to provide optimum production, quality and delivery of Elbit America products.
• Promote positive employee relations and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain effective liaison with the Department of Defense, private and public agencies to ensure optimum negotiations and compliance with all government and contractual regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned by management.     

Qualifications

• Familiarity with program management execution and financial reporting
• Capability of bridging cultural differences is necessary
• Demonstrated customer-oriented attitude with c