Buyer

Responsibilities

• Purchase a variety of materials, supplies, and services under general direction
• Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to ensure timely and cost-effective inventory acquisition
• Process purchase requisitions, change orders, and requests for quotes
• Monitor the cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate high quality at the best value
• Evaluate bids, select suppliers, and negotiate price, delivery, quality, and service
• Interact with suppliers and Quality Assurance to resolve quality issues
• Conduct supplier site visits to rate production capability, performance, and delivery
• Manage supplier relations regarding damage claims, rejections, returns, and engineering changes
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and all relevant federal, state, and local regulations

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in Purchasing or as a Buyer
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as a team player with a willingness to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Business, or Finance

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Competitive Pay and bonus opportunities
• Referral Program and Recognition programs

About the Company

Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and a technology leader in Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics, and Naval & Power segments. The EST Group specializes in the design and manufacture of highly-engineered tube plugging products and repair services for heat exchangers, condensers, and chillers.