Buyer I at Knight Aerospace Medical Systems LLC

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sourcing, Purchasing, Negotiation, Supplier Management, Communication, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Compliance, Quality Assurance, Cost Reduction, Cost Avoidance, ERP Systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Aerospace Regulations

Industry

Aviation & Aerospace

Description

Description Buyer I (entry level) is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating delivery of materials, parts, and services for aerospace manufacturing. Key focus areas include negotiating purchase order terms, ensuring supplier comprehension of quality and compliance requirements, and identifying cost-effective solutions. The Buyer I will represent the Company and its values and will ensure that the expectations of the Company’s customers are exceeded by performing the following: Duties and Responsibilities: Identify, evaluate and select qualified suppliers to meet the cost, quality and delivery. Manage suppliers/subcontractors to ensure quotes, certifications and terms are well defined. Support the daily shop floor stand-up meetings, provide material delivery updates and ensure internal stakeholders procurement requirements are understood. Ensure supplier master data accuracy. Maintain procurement KPI’s (OTD, Cost, Quality) Track savings opportunities for both cost reduction and cost avoidance. Strong communication skills to liaise with all levels of leadership/stakeholders on any potential slips on program schedules, budget, or compliance. Ensure all procured materials and services comply with strict aerospace regulations, such as AS9100, and industry-specific standards. General Expectations: Written and verbal communication skills. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Understand and comply with safety policies. Requirements Qualifications: 3-5 years of purchasing experience required (preferably in aerospace) Bachelor’s degree highly preferred APICS & CPSM Certification preferred. Solid work experience with ERP systems and a proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite Work Environment Requirements: Full-Time Position. Office, warehouse, and manufacturing environment. Occasional travel may be required. Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday. Work location: in person Ability to commute/relocate: San Antonio, TX 78226: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Responsibilities

The Buyer I is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating delivery of materials for aerospace manufacturing. Key duties include negotiating purchase order terms and ensuring compliance with quality standards.