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Summary
Responsible for the purchase of multiple commodities including raw materials, machined components, outside processing, and support services. Responsible for negotiating with manufacturers or service providers on prices and deliver dates to make sure they are in line with company goals and needs.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Other tasks and duties may be required as directed.
Create purchase orders (POs) for Raw material, Machined parts, Purchased parts and OSP Processes.
Create Request for Quote (RFQ) for Raw material, Machined parts, Purchased parts and OSP Processes.
Use discretion and independent judgment to procure components, materials and equipment that meet demand while making decisions on economic order quantities factoring in considerations such as price, delivery costs, demand levels, timing, market trends and potential for design changes/obsolescence.
Align product deliveries to minimize inventory while ensuring that production and service needs are being met. Assess financial and schedule risks in order to recommend volume buys, etc.
Review key purchasing drivers (lead time, safety stock, lot size) and identify areas where drivers need to be adjusted to ensure it meets the current needs of the business.
Manage qualification and implementation of products from new suppliers by consulting with internal engineering, quality & production teams.
Negotiate cost reductions, mitigate cost increases and ensure optimal terms utilizing market data, technical understanding and other strategic methods to maximize benefit to Crissair.
Using quantitative skills/methods to analyze components/raw materials costs and run/create reports to support purchasing needs.
Monitor on-going suppliers’ performance, provide supplier feedback through a supplier scorecard, and drive completion of Corrective Action reports for any quality/delivery issues
Qualification Requirements
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university; or four to eight years’ experience and/or training in a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before small groups of customers or employees.
Math Skills
Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Must be capable to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Must be capable to calculate figures and amounts, such as, discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Must have the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Skills
Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be capable to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions, such as, mathematical, and/or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Computer/ Office Skills
Basic windows/internet browser
ERP/Inventory
Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Power Point
Typing
10-key
Blueprint Reading
Strong knowledge of purchasing
Mil standards, processing specifications
Strong negotiation skills
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands
Frequent Activities: Sitting, typing, handling objects, reaching, talking/hearing, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 10 lbs.
Occasional activities: Standing, walking, , lifting/pushing/pulling up to 25 lbs
Rare activities: Climbing/balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting/pushing/pulling heavy weights (50-100+ lbs)
Vision Requirements
Frequent: Close vision and computer work
Occasional: Ability to adjust focus and color vision
Rare: Distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision
Work Environment
Frequent exposure: Quiet noise conditions
Occasional exposure: Mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, and moderate-to-loud noise.
Rare exposure: High places, outdoor weather, electrical shock, and vibrations, and very quiet or very loud noise levels.
About Crissair, Inc.
Since 1954, Crissair has manufactured high-quality precision components for nearly every airframe manufacturer and major subcontractor in the industry for both military and commercial aircraft. Crissair’s primary objective is designing, developing and manufacturing superior quality hydraulic, fuel and pneumatic system components of all complexity levels. Strict design specifications and rigorous quality criteria are the essential factors in Crissair’s success. Our deep knowledge and understanding of our markets and customers’ industries allow us to adapt and deliver quality relevant products and services. This experience, together with our commitment to a customer-centric culture, is the reason why many of the world’s largest companies turn to Crissair as a partner on everything from day-to-day operations to some of the most challenging Aerospace projects around the world.
Compensation and Benefits Offered
Actual base salary offered to the selected applicant will be based on their work location, qualifications, job related skills, relevant education, and training experience.
Base Salary range Minimum $80,000 – Maximum $100,000 Depending on experience
Crissair offers the following benefits to regular full time employees:
Medical (with Health Savings Account), Dental, and Vision Insurance
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Stock Purchase Plan with company match
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Bereavement Leave, Paid Jury & Holidays
Parental & Caregiver Leave
Professional Education Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Appreciation Incentives (Birthdays, Service Awards, etc.)
PPE Reimbursement
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Crissair, inc. Is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical and mental disability, veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, gender and gender identity, or any other legally protected status. Please note, the company provides goods and services to the US government under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and must comply with the requirement that all employees be US citizens or permanent US residents. We comply with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers. We will not inquire about your criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any criminal history will be considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Crissair, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at (661)367-3300.
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