Purchasing Administrator - Full-time / Part-time

Job Purpose:

The Purchasing Agent’s role is an entry-level role, reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager, with responsibility for the procurement of machined components, tooling, supplies, raw materials, services, etc.  Other responsibilities include analyzing and evaluating suppliers, negotiating skills that will obtain the best terms that are consistent with quality, service and delivery requirements, and entering and converting of outside purchase orders. This individual must have great Microsoft Excel, communication skills, and possess a positive attitude and enthusiasm to perform in a team environment, which is conducive to the success of the Purchasing department.

The role is an exciting opportunity to join a global, dynamic, Hi-Tech team, supporting the medical and aerospace industries.  We are the industry leader in the development and manufacturer of ceramic to metal seals for both Aerospace and Medical markets.  We help improve the quality of life with our implantable medical components, and we ensure the safety of travelers by developing multiple components for the Aerospace industry. 

Essential Functions:

• Microsoft Excel knowledge to navigate through spreadsheets
• Purchase components, materials, services, etc.
• Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
• Prepares requests for quotes.
• Requests and reviews RFQ’s and negotiates P.O.’s within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Coverts requisitions to purchase orders.
• Assist in the training of all co-workers.
• Responsible for finding qualified vendors for purchasing components/tooling.
• Establishes and maintains good supplier relationships.
• Manage communication of revision changes to vendors and completes all required updates.
• Actively pursues cost savings.
• Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection, quality personnel, engineering, vendors, and others to determine the source of trouble and take corrective action.
• Verifies and approves invoices for payment within the scope of authority.
• Process credit memos, lot waivers, and other associated documentation.
• Maintains procurement records such as items or services purchased, cost, and delivery.
• Expedites delivery of goods and services to users.
• Other duties as required by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or 3-year minimum related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Familiarity with excel, word, and M.S. Windows-based software is essential.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills – pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.
• Due to ITAR regulations employees must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.