Technical Purchasing Agent

POSITION SUMMARY

Purchases materials or other goods and/or coordinates activities involved with procuring products and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies. Receives and reviews requisitions requesting goods or services. Interviews and confers with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Manage the procurement cycle from purchase order to payment of invoice.
• Coordinate with production, completion and repair departments to set priorities and time-lines.
• Negotiate pricing and contractual terms.
• Negotiate and manage lead times.
• Manage vendor relationships and performance issues.
• Control costs and perform price analysis.
• Maintain accuracy of purchasing documents and data.
• Be aware of and follow all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, hazardous materials requirements, Embraer policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:

• High School/GED required.
• Bachelor's in business administration preferred

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a purchasing/ procurement role in a Military, Aerospace/ Manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles and practices in their work assignments which typically are moderately complex in nature.
• Knowledge of purchasing procedures and common aviation terminology.
• Knowledge of storeroom and inventory management.
• Proficient with Excel and Word.
• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.

Working Conditions /Environment/Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.

Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.