Buyer

JOB TITLE: Buyer

LOCATION: Capewell Aerial Systems - South Windsor, CT

DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain

POSITION SUMMARY: Source and purchase products and materials that support manufacturing operations while balancing quality, cost, delivery, supplier performance, and process compliance.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research, select and purchase quality products and materials.
• Evaluate and select suppliers; negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and service expectations; and make sourcing recommendations within delegated purchasing authority.
• Create purchase orders, gather relevant documents, and audit details to ensure process compliance
• Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.
• Partner with internal customers as needed to expedite purchase requisitions or identify solutions for supply chain disruptions, to include the sourcing of alternative providers as needed.
• Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Analyze market conditions, supplier capabilities, total cost, quality, delivery, and supply risk; exercise judgment to make purchasing decisions and recommendations that support operational requirements.
• Resolve non-routine supplier performance, quality, delivery, and continuity issues, including determining when to qualify alternate sources, negotiate corrective actions, or escalate risks.
• Coordinate with the inventory team, management, and the stockroom as required.
• Assess the quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.
• Initiate problem solving initiatives and corrective actions for suppliers with process or execution deficiencies.
• May use the company vehicle to pickup and deliver parts to suppliers.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to provide effective solutions that support Company needs.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Work cooperatively with other employees to meet department and company goals.
• This position requires personal protective equipment on the shop floor where all require safety glasses and composite toe safety shoes.

OTHER DUTIES: Perform additional duties as directed by supervisors or management to support departmental and organizational objectives.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, along with experience in a manufacturing and supply chain environment, required.
• In lieu of a degree, candidates must have at least 4 years of relevant supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of MRP and best purchasing practices required.
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Visual ERP or similar ERP system required
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems requirements (AS9100, ISO 9001)
• Working knowledge of EAR and ITAR.
• Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to compile information and make sound decisions.
• Ability to work with deadlines, sense of urgency as needed.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Team Members in this position must be a U.S. Person, as defined by U.S. export control laws.
• Team Members are required to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen motor vehicle record check, and physical exam.
• An individual with a disability will be considered qualified for any position that the person can perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. All essential functions incorporated in this description may be subject to reasonable accommodation.
• EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or protected veteran status.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position operates in a typical office environment and requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements may include:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and using office equipment.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as needed.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.
• This role requires regular operation of a company vehicle on public roads. Essential functions include safe driving in varied conditions and compliance with all traffic laws and company driving policies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position will work primarily in an office environment with a low noise level but may occasionally have exposure to the production floor with moderate to excessive noise.
• This is a full-time, onsite position.
• The work schedule for this position is Monday through Thursday 7:30AM – 5:00PM and every other Friday 7:30AM – 4:00PM with a 30-minute lunch break.

COMPENSATION: The hiring range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000. This range is an estimate and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. Capewell offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. The benefits for this position include professional growth and development, retirement savings, medical, dental, vision, health savings, flexible spending, critical illness, hospital, accident, life insurance, paid time off, and annual discretionary bonus and incentives.