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Manpower Engineering

Huntsville, AR

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Drawing, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High School Diploma, Inventory Costs, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Negotiation Skills, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Performance Management, Process Flow Diagram (PFD), Process Improvement, Production Support, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Request for Proposals (RFP), Risk Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Scorecarding, Status Reports, Supplier Optimization, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Huntsville, AR
POSTED
12 days ago

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Buyer to join a dynamic supply chain team supporting a high-performance manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in managing supplier relationships, driving cost efficiency, and ensuring material availability to support production and customer commitments. This is a fully on-site position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end supplier engagement, including supplier selection, RFQ/RFP processes, and negotiation of cost, delivery schedules, and lead times
  • Own procurement activities for assigned commodities or programs, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and delivery objectives
  • Lead supplier performance management, including PO execution, change management, and ongoing supplier accountability
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, operations, engineering, quality, and program management teams to meet business objectives
  • Utilize ERP/MRP systems to monitor demand signals, identify risks, and proactively mitigate supply chain disruptions
  • Drive supplier performance improvements through regular scorecards, quarterly business reviews, and corrective action plans
  • Analyze MRP exception messages, PO status, and action reports to ensure continuity of supply
  • Identify and qualify alternate or secondary suppliers, including solutions for obsolete components
  • Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data within ERP systems
  • Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and operational procedures
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to cost reduction, inventory optimization, and supplier consolidation
  • Handle hazardous materials in accordance with safety and environmental guidelines
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
  • Solid understanding of buying to support the aerospace and defense industries
  • Strong understanding of supplier management and procurement processes
  • Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and process flow diagrams
  • Well-versed in using Microsoft Excel daily
  • Ability to work on-site in Huntsville, AR

Education Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred

What Success Looks Like

  • Consistent achievement of cost reduction targets and budget adherence
  • Improved supplier performance across delivery, quality, and lead time metrics
  • High level of data accuracy and system integrity
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration resulting in seamless operations and customer satisfaction

About the Company

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Manpower Engineering