Analyst, Procurement

Business Overview

Location:  West Hartford, CT, US, 06110-1328
Business Unit:  Systems and Support
Function:  Supply Chain

 

About Us
Triumph Group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems, and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business, and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So, whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, Triumph is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer. Triumph participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

 

Based in West Hartford CT, Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls is a leading independent aerospace system supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 500 employees. The Company’s key products and services include electronic engine controls, fuel metering units, main fuel pumps and environmental control systems for both the OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

 

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact and while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you’re ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you’ll explore a future with TRIUMPH.

Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain Buyer to join our West Hartford, CT team. The Buyer will coordinate the timely procurement and distribution of aerospace materials, parts, equipment, and supplies for the organization.

Responsibilities

•Coordinates all activities related to procurement of a commodity beginning with intent to purchase through delivery.  Candidates should have a minimum of 1-3 years experience in this role.
•Analyzes the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date commodity is needed.
•Solicits and evaluates proposals for the requested commodity.  Understands the different levels of complexity in various quote packages and can evaluate proposal responses accordingly.
•Investigates and/or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements.  Also evaluates the most appropriate supplier to be used for various purchased items and advises team members and/or management on the appropriate supplier to be used.
•Negotiates the lowest possible cost for the commodity balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.  Cost control and reduction is a key metric of this role.
•Implements purchase contracts (Purchase orders, etc.) that comply with company and government regulations.
•Assures that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company.  Drives on time in full delivery above 95% overall from all key suppliers.
•Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records and compliance with all department procedures and goals.

Qualifications

•Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university; or 1-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•Ability to function well in a fast paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
•Ability to communicate effectively with multiple departments pertaining to Purchase Order deliveries and having supplier’s questions answered.
•Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Candidate should be able to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. 
•Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Candidates will be required to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.  
•To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MRP software- JDE knowledge is a plus.

 

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

•Ability to read and interpret documents such as material specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as the ability to read and interpret blueprints is highly desirab