SUMMARY

Responsible for leading team of buyers for the procurement of raw material, components, assemblies, supplies and services while adhering to schedules and budgets. You will coordinate and support purchasing activities including request for proposals, purchase orders, receiving discrepancies, invoice discrepancies, supplier development actions, new supplier qualification support, supplier returns and other supply chain management support as assigned. This role is responsible for the driving on time delivery from key suppliers. Procurement is based on purchase requisition and MRP requirements, in accordance with established processes and policies, in support of production, spares, repair and overhaul and special projects. Work is of a complex nature involving a considerable amount of initiative, analytical work and a high level of independent judgment.

Execute purchase orders 5

Distribute RFQs/RFPs 5

Expedite material/update/communicate procurement status 30

Participate in supplier development and cost reduction activities 10

Manage, mentor, coach and deliver results through procurement professionals 50

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Establishes, monitors and reviews metrics with buyers and present data to senior management.
• Provides financial analyses, maintains department cost maps, KPIs and performance reporting data.
• Leads the development and implementation supply chain strategies.
• Leads and manages all aspects of purchase orders, bid and proposal activities with suppliers (interfacing with strategic sourcing and legal as needed). This includes: coordinating pricing efforts with Program Managers, Finance, Engineering, Manufacturing and other buyers; preparing requests for quotations/bid/proposal to support an effective competitive bidding process; conducting bidders’ conferences; analyzing and evaluating proposals; negotiating; selecting or recommending subcontractors/suppliers/partners and writes awards  After award monitories/tracks performance of procurement to budget/priced bill of material.
• Plans and execute purchases as required based on system generated requisitions. Including: obtaining purchase order acknowledgements from suppliers
• Manages pertinent purchase activities and information regarding part shortages, alternate suppliers, and build and delivery schedules.
• Maintains accurate records of all purchasing actions, in compliance with company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Completes purchase order data entry, change orders, amendments, and other related documentation.
• Develops and manages supplier performance measurements, solves procurement discrepancies and resolves issues (e.g. pricing, quality, timing, claims, liens, etc.) and deliverables by working with Accounting, Engineering, Manufacturing, suppliers and other internal departments.
• Analyzes inventory levels, demand/spend profiles and lead times for components involving purchasing decisions
• Participates in the development and creation of policies, procedures and process improvements
• Serves as primary point of contact with suppliers and major subcontractors by coordinating the acquisition of materials and services. Including establishing/maintaining effective relationships with business stakeholders and ensuring connectivity between the business and the supply base.
• Conducts market analysis, price, and cost modeling activities. 
• Reviews supplier procedures and practices to identify opportunities for cost and schedule improvements. Accountable for significant supplier cost reduction and cost avoidance commitments.

• Balances end-user demands, preferences and pressures against functional goals and objectives and professional procurement standards and practices to ensure that business and procurement objectives are met. 
• Responsible to ensure that suppliers meet targets for quality, delivery, and total cost of acquisition of the products and services the company requires.
• Interfaces between supplier, manufacturing, quality, and engineering regarding product enhancement and concurrent engineering process.
• Maintains a positive and professional approach and addresses multiple objectives in a fast-paced environment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience and complete understanding of a MRP / ERP system (preferably JD Edwards) required
• Experience purchasing complex aerospace parts (machine/composite/sheet metal parts preferred) preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of contractual law for external supply and development agreements required
• Knowledge and understanding of leading purchasing practices required
• Demonstrated advance negotiation skills. Multiple years of experience planning, managing RFPs & RFQs and executing all elements of contract negotiations including but not limited to cost reductions and pay terms expansion. Capable of training and coaching others in negotiation techniques.
• Experience with supplier development
• Thorough working knowledge of purchasing policies, processes and procedures.
• Advance skills in, proficient with and capable of training others in the higher level functionality of Microsoft Office Suite. (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint)
• Strong knowledge of business, economic, and accounting principles and practices
• Procurement experience associated with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), AS9100, Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) and Government procurement regulations preferred
• Advance skills in, proficient with and capable of training others in process improvements and use of Lean and Six-Sigma resources and tools.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret MRP reports, purchase requisitions, RFQ’s, and supplier contracts.
• Ability to understand engineering processes and interpret engineering drawings.
• The successful candidate must be aggressive but yet professional on behalf of the company and comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to generate quantitative improvements in supplier delivery, quality, and costs is very desirable
• Ability to work in a global environment and build trust with variety of cultures
• Self-motivated, persistent, hands-on, result oriented, well organized with ability to handle multiple projects within expected time frame
• Must be proactive and have a sense of urgency to meet the demands of all customers and have the ability to think ahead of potential problems
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, planning, and organization skills are required
• The ability to understand and follow instructions and the ability to concentrate is required.

• The ability to get along with others or to be part of a team.
• Access to Export Control Information.
• Regular attendance at the worksite is required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year College or University required, Master’s Degree preferred with a minimum 8-10 years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferences will be given to: 1) Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology/Management, Finance and Accounting Degrees. 2) Specific military or commercial Aerospace or OEM airframe procurement experience.

This document does not create an employment contracts, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Purchasing and supply management profession certifications such as: Institute of Supply Management's CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), The Certified in Supply Management (CSM) preferred not required

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is designated by the employer to be a safety-sensitive position.
• Work performed in an office and factory settings.
• Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors and fumes.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.  All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

MD Helicopters, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender identity.