Buyer I

at Chemring Energetic Devices in Downers Grove, Illinois, United States

Job Description

The CED Buyer I is responsible for the procurement and scheduling of materials and products as per material planning recommendations. The Buyer reviews demand for the procurement of products, materials, and services for the manufacture of complex aerospace devices. The position is responsible for professional and timely supplier interactions which ensure parts and services meet or exceed quality and cost and delivery expectations. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Procurement of materials and outside services to support on time delivery to customers and financial metrics
• Execute RFQ to purchase within program schedule time constraints
• Continuously improve supplier relationships (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost)
• Measure supplier performance using key performance indicators and ensure alignment with strategic and tactical expectations; escalate concerns to Supply Chain leadership
• Effectively collaborate with other departments and employees to support company goals and objectives
• Maintain the vendor database with correct information and status
• Schedules and tracks material deliveries to align with active production schedules and program requirements
• Monitor and update purchase orders to ensure delivery dates are current and correct
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and delivery delays with suppliers

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ensures 100% compliance with the Chemring Operational Framework, Code of Conduct and U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct
• Other duties / responsibilities as assigned by leadership

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

N/A

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree, in business or engineering, or equivalent education and work experience

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 1 year experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment; Aerospace and Defense industry experience is desired.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Lawful US Person (ITAR restriction)
• Must be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including implementation of procedures and knowledge of MRP systems (D365 experience a plus)
• Professional communication skills to influence others internal and external to the organization
• Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to negotiate
• Ability to change focus due to shifting priorities or initiatives in support of department and company goals

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves sitting much of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Routine and extensive use of computers.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.