Primus Aerospace/Raloid Corporation is currently seeking a Buyer to work at our Reisterstown, Maryland facility.

Primus Aerospace is a leading manufacturing partner to aerospace, defense & space OEMs / Primes & Tier I suppliers. The company specializes in producing high-tolerance, complex geometry parts; machined out of standard and exotic metals. Primus works directly with all major aerospace manufacturers (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed, Northrop) to provide components to mission critical civilian and defense programs.

Job Purpose:

The Buyer will be responsible for the purchase of raw materials, hardware, supplies, and outside processing in a manufacturing environment. The Buyer obtains the best quality, value and service for product and services through supplier management. Success in the role includes a proactive approach to daily work along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Buyer Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Send requests for quote and analyze quotes for outside processes and raw material for current and prospective jobs with ability to negotiate price, lead time and expedites
• Ensure all material is procured at the most cost effective price and will support delivery to production. Must meet or beat budget requirements
• Anticipate customer needs and expedite when needed
• Accountable for communication of order commits and order status to the project management team; this includes part shortages and delays as well as capacity constraints
• Schedule and source raw materials and hardware through qualified suppliers per customer requirements to meet production schedule
• Drive supplier performance improvements: lead time reduction, increase payment terms and OTD Involved in resolving Accounts Payable, credit holds and payment term issues as it applies to supplier deliveries and invoices
• Generate PO’s for outside processes while anticipating lead time to support customer delivery
• Issue change orders as needed for price variance and / or delivery date
• Communicate to team via email and internal spreadsheets of any changes to supplier schedule
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments and create good relations with suppliers
• Assist and monitor in any RMA back to suppliers
• Request from the supplier updated paperwork and certs when needed
• Run MRP report to determine hardware and solvents required

• 2-5 years experience in Aerospace or Defense (Preferred)
• Procurement experience
• Purchasing experience
• Bachelors Degree in Operations, Inventory Management, Purchasing or an equivalent business certification (Preferred)
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel
• ERP System experience within a supply chain environment including purchasing, planning, and inventory control
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Organized, self-motivated, strong ability to work well under pressure
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with all levels of the organization as well as directly with key customer contacts

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To adhere to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Our work environment is fast-paced and professional while providing continued growth fostered by our commitment to teamwork. We offer comprehensive benefits including PTO, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K, long-term and short-term disability.

At Primus Aerospace, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports, respects, and celebrates all individuals.

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