Buyer II

<p><strong>Job Overview </strong></p> <p>AEVEX Aerospace is looking for a detail oriented buyer who will be responsible for purchasing parts and materials in support of US government/DoD contracts. You will negotiate terms and pricing with our suppliers, research supplier options, and ensure procurement compliance through the acquisition process.</p> <p><strong>Essential Functions </strong></p> <ul> <li>Responsible for purchasing materials, goods, and services necessary to support Government and Aevex contracts in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Defense Contract Audit Agency/ Defense Contract Management Agency (DCAA/DCMA) compliance</li> <li>Review Purchase Requisitions for compliance, completeness, and obtain additional information, as needed. Execute Purchase Requisitions as requested</li> <li>Coordinates with internal customers such as Program Managers to ensure purchasing requirements and timelines are understood</li> <li>Prepares and issues Requests for Quotes/Proposals (RFQs/RFPs) for a wide variety of materials and services</li> <li>Analyzes quotes and negotiates terms of purchase to obtain the best value for the contract or project</li> <li>Establishes new vendor relationships as required to meet project needs</li> <li>Communicate with vendors to determine the status of orders</li> <li>Expedites orders as required to maintain on-time order delivery</li> <li>Communicates with all departments and resolves issues related to purchasing</li> <li>Follow up and maintain current and accurate database information, vendor lead times, open purchases, commitments, and shortages</li> <li>Support receiving activities including validation of items received against orders, allocation of items to intended contract or project, identifying unsatisfactory items, and pursue a resolution with vendors</li> <li>Maintain purchasing documents, files, and records in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Government audit guidelines to ensure compliance throughout the procurement cycle</li> <li>Actively manage supplier performance through consistent communication to ensure proper adherence to purchase order terms and conditions, delivery schedules, and quality of goods</li> <li>Conduct market research to identify suppliers in a variety of industries</li> <li>Assist with additional projects as required</li> </ul> <p><strong>Standard Essential Functions </strong></p> <ul> <li>Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].</li> <li>Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and