Senior Buyer (Aerospace Manufacturing) - Carson City, Nevada

Company Description

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company.  We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines.  We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world. 

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers.  Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy.

Job Description

Chromalloy is looking for a  Sr. Buyer to be a key member of the Sourcing & Procurement Team and an integral part of Chromalloy Nevada. The Buyer has responsibility and has accountability for assisting in the business process, cost management, initiating and executing strategic sourcing initiatives at a site level.

The successful candidate will be responsible to deliver against cost management targets and provide support to the Site in several activities, including but not limited to:

•  Collaborating with operations to define material and service needs

•  Negotiating and managing purchase orders to meet site demands

•  Maintaining supplier performance (OTD, Fill Rate, and Quality)

•  Ensuring adherence to internal procurement performance expectations

•  Identifying and executing on continuous improvement opportunities

•  Providing information and analysis for make/buy decisions

• Developing and managing purchasing cost savings opportunities

•  Negotiating supplier agreements

•   Supporting Site Planning to ensure RM inventory levers (Kanban, min/max, etc..) remain current and accurate

•  Ensuring supplier lead-time accuracy in demand system

•  Aligning payment terms

•  Maintaining an in-depth understanding of key supplier business & financial risks

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field

3+ years’ experience purchasing in a manufacturing environment

Strong Excel skills and ability to work in a large matrix environment

Additional Information

Chromalloy is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran's status, or visual, hearing, mental or physical disability. 

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.  

 If this position requires access to export-controlled technology and technical data, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations and or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, any offer of employment is contingent upon Chromalloy’s determination, in its sole discretion, if any additional authorization for the employee to access such technology is required and obtainable in a manner that meets its immediate business needs prior to beginning work.