BUYER II
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**Cobham Careers**

We offer challenging and rewarding roles across a wide range of disciplines that combine to make Cobham a true global technology and services leader.

LocationUS-New York-Orchard ParkDate Posted25 Jan 2022Eaton, formerly Cobham Mission Systems is seeking a Buyer II for their seeking Orchard Park, NY facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the execution of buying activities in support of the manufacture of all products related to a specific Integrated Product Team (IPT). In addition, the ideal candidate will also maintain inventory levels and ensure our suppliers have the capability and the capacity to support the material and delivery requirements in alignment with the IPTs business needs. They must also have the ability to communicate risk internally to all Stakeholders.

**Key Responsibilities**

* Procure all materials required to manufacture products from the right supplier, at the right price, to maximize profitability, following established purchasing policies and procedures.

* Support bid requests, Issue RFQs, negotiate and administer purchase orders in support of production needs.

* Resolve discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, quality, receiving and accounts payable; monitor supplier performance and escalate issues as needed.

* Work with the commodity team to ensure that supplier communication and related KPI metrics are in support of the IPTs needs; Participate in performance management meetings.

* Work with Engineering to identify alternatives supporting production requirements while optimizing cost & inventory reductions, process Engineering Change Orders (ECO) as required.

* Conducts inactive, obsolete, and surplus analysis on all parts and drives root cause, corrective action and disposition strategy.

* Contributes to continuing improvement efforts across all facets of supply chain.

* Train and mentor as needed buyers on Oracle functionality, assist with determining and maintaining levels of inventory to meet organizational metrics.

**Minimum Qualifications and Experience**

* Bachelors Degree and at least 3+ years experience in materials management or purchasing

* Solid understanding of materials management methodologies ? Working knowledge of MRP, purchasing, work in process, and inventory modules of Oracle ERP system

* Working knowledge of systems and procedures as it pertains to the materials management function and Purchasing Standard work.

* Skills: Personal computing, organizational, analytical, communication, negotiating, leadership, inventory management tools including Kanban, LTAs, AMPAs, Performance Management, SIOP process

**Preferred Qualifications**

* Professional certification (APICS, CPM)

* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing

* Experience utilizing lean manufacturing tools to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

* Knowledge of products and customer base

As a contractor with the Federal government, Eaton is subject to the Executive Order mandating COVID-19 vaccination. As permitted by applicable law, the candidate(s) hired under this posting must provide evidence of full vaccination as defined by CDC guidelines, or request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation exempting them from the requirement. Vaccination status will not be verified until after an offer of employment is provided, and candidates may also request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation at that time.

Cobham Mission Systems' values of Trust, Talent and Technology have driven us from ur launch in 1934 by Sir Alan Cobham, an aviation innovator, to becoming a global leader in state-of-the-art aerospace and defense systems. And its the insights of our innovators today that will secure our collective future. Innovators like you. Cobham Mission Systems is one of the world's leading companies engaged in the development, delivery and support of leading-edge aerospace and defense systems in the air, on land and at sea. Our clients and partners trust Cobham Mission Systems to deliver the mission-critical technology they need, and we trust our employees to draw on their ingenuity and passion to deliver those solutions. This leads to an empowering culture for our people. Our Leadership team is open, sharing plans for the next five years, driving retention by offering demanding, exciting work, and providing full guidance and mentoring.

Cobham Mission Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Cobham Mission Systems to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Cobham Mission Systems will refrain from discharging, or otherwise discriminating against, employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants.

To see all of our latest opportunities and for consideration please visit www.cobhammissionsystems.com/careers

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Job ID00VZJJob CategoryProcurementPrimary LocationUS-New York-Orchard ParkOrganizationCMSScheduleFull-timeRecruiterMichele Monfuletho