Operational Buyer

3 months ago


Winnipeg, Canada Magellan Aerospace Full time

**Operational Buyer**:
**Date**:Oct 10, 2024

**Location**: Winnipeg, MB, CA, R3H 0S5

**Company**:Magellan

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**

The Operational Buyer will be responsible for negotiating purchasing contracts to ensure that the Company obtains the best combination of quality, costs, and schedule. The Operational Buyer will be required to understand and comply with heavily regulated aerospace industry requirements and must be adept at managing procurement regulations, supplier relationships, and risk mitigation in an aerospace manufacturing environment.

**Essential Responsibilities**
- Solicit quotations for impending requirements based upon RFQ’s received or forecasted production
- Negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value and competitive pricing
- Manage purchase orders to support production requirements
- Participate in program status meetings to monitor the performance of the purchase plan in terms of schedule
- Supplier management of on-time delivery (some travel might be required)
- Work with suppliers to resolve any document discrepancies for product in receiving
- Work with suppliers to resolve any non-conformance issues and have the supplier achieve and maintain an acceptable quality performance score
- Work with suppliers to provide continuous cost saving opportunities and quality improvements
- Review long term production forecasts and identify supply opportunities
- Submit timely reports on detailed order status to the Planning and Finance teams to ensure precise forecasting
- Serve as an Analyst, extracting data and compiling reports
- Assist in negotiating procurement agreements within the purchasing department
- Support and mentor new buyers in cost saving activities
- Analyze current purchase costs and internal production costs to establish areas of opportunity to reduce cost; participate in quotation review meetings and identify make/buy situations
- Monitor and adapt to changes in the industry and adjust strategies accordingly

**Position Requirements**
- Post-secondary technical or business diploma (SCMP, CPSM, CPP, MBA, CPIM, CIM certification or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years' experience; or 5 years' experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders
- Understanding of MRP/ERP system (SAP/CINCOM experience is preferred)

**Why Magellan?**
- Competitive salary
- Attractive benefit package
- Generous company pension plan
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- Employee assistance plan
- On-site parking, cafeteria and gym

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