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Buyer, Staff

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field
  • 2-8 years of purchasing experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to make decisions or suggestions based on rules or procedures
  • Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office programs

Responsibilities

  • Purchases a variety of materials, supplies and services under general direction
  • Coordinates purchasing activities with various departments to acquire inventory in a cost-effective manner
  • Monitors the cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts
  • Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers, and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service

Key facts

Other skills

  • Negotiation
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Decision Making
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Teamwork
  • Self-Motivation

About the company

Curtiss-Wright logo

Curtiss-Wright

Defense & Aerospace Manufacturing

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. We are the corporate descendants of the Wright brothers, the fathers of flight, and Mr. Glenn Curtiss, the father of naval aviation. In 1929, the companies founded by these three great aviation pioneers merged to form the largest aircraft company at the time, Curtiss-Wright Corporation. Today, we design and manufacture highly engineered, advanced technologies that perform critical functions in demanding conditions in the commercial, industrial, defense, and energy markets, and have operations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and internationally. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and trade under the symbol CW.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryDefense & Aerospace Manufacturing
Company size5001 - 10000

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Job description

We are looking for a Buyer to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location!

Salary: $52,800.00 - $88,000.00 ​ per year

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Responsibilities:

Under general direction, purchases a variety of materials, supplies and services. Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. Processes purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers. Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate highest quality at best value. May recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing. Interacts closely with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues.

We Take Care of Our People:

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:

  • Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service.

  • Follows up on all awards until completion of order.

  • Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes.

  • Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.

  • Responsible for complying with corporate policies, procedures and underlying Federal, state and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials, or services.

What you bring:

  • Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field and 2-8 years of purchasing experience preferably in a manufacturing environment

  • Government procurement experience

  • Ability to make decisions or suggestions based on rules or procedures

  • Experience with ERP Systems with Oracle ERP system preferred

  • Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office programs

  • Organized, self-motivated, proactive and results-oriented; ability to multi-task 

  • Have a good sense for priority setting and time management; ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines 

  • Ability to work individually with minimal supervision or with a team 

  • Keen attention to detail and accuracy

  • Working knowledge of basic contract law 

  • Must be sole US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance

Who we are:

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

EMD a business unit of Curtiss-Wright in Cheswick, PA designs, manufactures, tests, and provides after-market support for the most advanced, proven and reliable critical function pumps, motors, generators, seals, control rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development, manufacture, and qualification of critical-function machining solutions for the United States Navy and the commercial nuclear utility industry. http://www.emd.cwfc.com/

At this facility we have a flexible work schedule – Work from home (1 day) OR 9/80 schedule.

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No unsolicited agency submittals please.  Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.  Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.  

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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