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Buyer-February 2024
Burlington
Feb 10, 2026
About Buyer

  Description:

  • Supplier communication and follow up to support on time delivery for manufacturing, engine assembly, maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) and facility needs. Ability to problem solve and make decisions to support hardware disposition and expediting to achieve on time delivery.

  • Supplier request for quotation (RFQ) and negotiation. Award business based on the best possible quality, cost and delivery terms

  • Develop long term supplier strategies in support of quality, cost and delivery. Strategically align the correct parts with the correct supplier to maximize volume with approved suppliers and improve long term supplier relationships.

  • Facilitate design change investigations. Facilitate communication between design and potential suppliers on new or revised designs to reduce cost, improve manufacturability and product reliability.

  • Support projects by meeting deliverables. Work with Engineering (HGPU) and Suppliers to accomplish development goals on time. Work with internal and external customers to support process changes and other project related items.

  • Provide support to team members to ensure process are understood and followed.

  Skills:

  Purchasing, Procurement, source selection, Erp, cpm

  Top Skills Details:

  Purchasing,Procurement,source selection

  Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business or closely related field or equivalent work experience in procurement or supply chain related field.

  • CPM or CPSM certification is desired.

  • Minimum 4 years procurement related experience is required.

  • Strong negotiation and analytical skills are required

  • Computer skills Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

  • Strong project management skills with the ability to develop strategic plans, coordinate projects and communicate changes and progress.

  • Ability to lead the entire sourcing process from start through completion in coordination with a cross functional team (quality, manufacturing, engineering).

  • Flexible and able to generate innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.

  • Ability to thrive in pressure filled situations with aggressive timelines.

  • Must possess the ability to think both analytically and strategically and then be able to develop and implement

  strategy.

  Implement and Read blueprints and drawings.

  • Proven analytical problem-solving skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task to manage job responsibilities both within and outside job specifications.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work within an international environment.

  • Computer proficiency with Microsoft.

  Visited suppliers and understands what they do to make their products.

  Machining, welding, hold drilling, turning. Someone who has had exposure to machine shops.

  Screening Questions:

  Walk me through your "Purchase Parts Buying" Experience

  What does "running lights out" mean to you?

  Familiar with Machining (Mills, Lathes, Drill Presses)

  Aerospace experience (Prior exposure to aerospace industry purchasing)

  Experience Level:

  Intermediate Level

  Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  Hiring diverse talent

  Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

  Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

  Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

  Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

  About Actalent

  Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.

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