Who is Senior plc?
Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 30 operating businesses in 13 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defence, and land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.
Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it …
Safety – Integrity – Customer Focus – Respect & Trust – Accountability – Excellence
Who are Jet Products & Ketema?
Jet Products is part of the Aerospace division of Senior plc and is located in sunny San Diego, CA.
We are a technology-driven, team-oriented manufacturing company that takes pride in the relationships we build with our customers, suppliers and with each other. We offer exciting career opportunities in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment and reward employees who are motivated, innovative and results-oriented. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join us in engineering solutions for our customers.
What Does the Job Involve?
Source, negotiate, plan, and coordinate the purchase of materials and/or services at the most competitive price possible consistent with accepted standards of quality and service to meet company cost and schedule demands. Procured products include the following: raw material, capital equipment, tools, manufactured parts, surface coatings, MRO supplies, and other products as deemed necessary.
What will my responsibilities include?
- Monitors the production flow of subcontractors (i.e. outside processing facilities, tooling, cutting inserts) to determine processing requirements based on production schedules and needs.
- Ensures timely flow of materials and services as needed.
- Place purchase orders based on review and acceptance of purchase requisitions.
- Obtain appropriate signature approvals for purchase requests over a specified value.
- Process and order requested supplies.
- Provide regular updates on purchase order status.
- Ensures prompt delivery of materials as needed while maintaining proper inventory levels.
- Negotiates, purchases, and acquires materials, equipment and supplies from suppliers/vendors and/or service providers.
- Makes recommendations on prices of materials and services.
- Monitors price/cost trends to find potential price improvements.
- Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, and reliability, production, and distribution capabilities to determine if they are compatible with the company objectives.
- Continually evaluate and monitor quotes for most current pricing and lead times. ·
What Key Skills and Experience Do I Need?
- At least 8 years purchasing experience in manufacturing industry (multi-site operation preferred)
- Working knowledge in a systemized purchasing environment.
- Familiar with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Enterprise.
- Resource Planning (ERP) systems (SyteLine experience preferred)
- Experience purchasing “controlled” commodities (ie. Government / Aerospace / Pharmaceutical)
- Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain management.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, act as a change agent and work in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Maintains a fluid understanding of MS Excel and application of analytical thought.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and written technical specifications. ·
- Have in-depth knowledge of procurement policies and procedures related to Federal Acquisition Regulations and Defense Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DAR) ·
- Buyer/seller legal responsibilities and common industry standards, practices, and requirements applying to technical considerations of goods and services procured.
What Qualifications Should I Have?
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) preferred
Why Join Senior Aerospace Jet Products?
Joining Senior means not only a rewarding career with a tight-knit and collaborative team, but you will also enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market-led base salary, commission plan, and a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness benefits, employee recognition program, matching 401k plan, paid vacation, flexible hours, employee wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement initiatives.