Purchasing/Inventory Specialist

Job Summary
A Purchasing/Inventory specialist is responsible for all aspects of FDI’s purchasing. They must identify what products are to be purchased, working closely with other departments and customers to determine current and future purchasing needs. They must identify the best supplier for their needs; compare prices, investigate quality issues and research delivery times for each supplier and weigh these aspects with FDI’s needs to determine the best supplier for each item. Finally, upon delivery, confirm all purchases and resolve any delivery failures. Additionally, maintain optimal inventory levels per FDI’s operating plan.

Primary Functions

Purchases raw materials, fabricated parts, machinery, materials parts, machines, supplies, services and other inputs to the production of products.
Ensures suppliers are capable of delivering desired goods or services on time and in the correct quantities without sacrificing quality.
Visits prospective supplier plants and distribution sources to evaluate their capabilities as required.
Maintaining supplier reviews and certifications per AS9100.
Develops new supply sources where vendors are inadequate.
Evaluates suppliers focusing on lean or just in time inventories that prevent delays in the supply chain that could shut production down. This position is responsible for ensuring that all vendors are meeting and maintaining approval per our quality system criteria.
Forecasts and negotiates with vendors for goods and services, negotiating the best possible price, availability, suitability and supply/service guarantee.
Works closely with the receiving department to ensure proper supplies have arrived and traces delinquent arrivals from purchase orders.
Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.
Team closely with operations for inventory management, with a strong understanding of varying lead times, material expiration, MOQ’s, material over/under usage, and scheduling impacts.
This is a dynamic position that requires the ability to respond to changes quickly and effectively, so inventory is properly maintained, and workflow continues uninterrupted.

Secondary Functions

Assists with operations reporting and continuous improvement.
Assists with document control.

Competencies

Ethical Conduct.
Time Management.
Collaboration Skills.
High Level of Professionalism.
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
Critical Thinking Skills.
Flexibility.
Technical Capacity.

Education, Experience & Skills Prerequisite

Minimum three years prior experience; preferable in the aviation industry.
Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
Working technical knowledge of the goods and services to be purchased.
Expert written and verbal communication skills.
ERP experience-Syteline preferred.
Exceptional follow-up, organizational, and time management skills.
Strong problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with ability to become familiar with firm-specific programs and software.

Incorporate our Core Values daily:

Serve Others: Strive to serve others by putting their needs first; help people develop and perform as highly as possible.
Integrity: Ability to conduct all matters with honesty, respect and high moral character.
Excellence: Ability to achieve outstanding results in all you do.
Humility: Ability to seek understanding and constructive criticism when holding yourself and others accountable.
Innovation: Ability to envision what could be by challenging the way things have been.
Fulfillment: Ability to find satisfaction and meaning in your work by developing your capabilities to create the greatest value.
Continuous Improvement: Ability to leverage knowledge and experiences to improve how you serve others.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government military technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

EOE-race/gender/veteran/disabled/sexual orientation/gender identity

Fiber Dynamics, Inc.