Sr. Buyer

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Middletown has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Buyer. The successful incumbent will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the procurement of goods and services to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery in alignment with company objectives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet stringent aerospace quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Support supplier qualification and approval process.
• Manage supplier performance through regular reviews, audits, and corrective action plans. Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, government regulations, ITAR, and company policies.
• Purchases commodities which are generally interrelated; of limited technicality, complexity or expense. Place contracts for technically complex products in accordance with a variety of government and other regulations and procedures.
• Reviews purchase requisitions and determines urgency of items, ensuring required specifications are in compliance.
• Analyzes and compares quotations received from suppliers for price, terms, transport cost, lot size and lead times.
• Makes necessary arrangements ensuring receipt of acceptance documentation to meet material schedule and expedite in critical situations as required.
• Performs liaison functions, as required between Magellan Aerospace, Middletown, Inc. and supplier to ensure that Magellan Aerospace, Middletown, Inc.’s best interests are protected and the supplier receives consideration in accordance with accepted business practices.
• Coordinates with other departments on technical and quality problems, bringing to their attention new products, processes and tools, in order to make or design a better product.
• Prepares documentation required for management approval of purchase orders exceeding delegation of authority, including price analysis.
• Maintains accurate purchase orders, forecasts, and records in ERP/MRP systems.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives while ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to technical specifications.
• Represents purchasing department in the absence of the Materials Manager.
• Assists in giving purchasing guidance to other buyers when necessary.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in business management or administration
• 5-10 years of related experience 
• Good communication skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  Most of time is spent in an office setting, occasional plant environment

Why Magellan?

• Competitive salary
• Attractive benefits package
• Generous 401k Pension Plan
• Positive work-life balance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Commitment to professional growth
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fully paid Tuition Assistance Program (where applicable)

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.