Sr. Buyer at Ametek, Inc. in Baldwin Park, California

Job Description:

Job ID: 18172

Position Description:
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $5 billion.

AMETEK is well positioned in highly competitive market segments, each with compelling growth characteristics. We expect continued business growth through the execution of our four key strategies: Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, New Products, and Global & Market Expansion. Supporting those strategies are 18,000 colleagues at more than 150 operating locations and a global network of sales, service and support location in 30 countries around the world.

At AMETEK, we are committed to a corporate culture that values diversity and fosters a work environment that enables colleagues to develop meaningful and rewarding careers. We consider ourselves responsible corporate citizens and are committed to operating our facilities in an environmentally responsible manner. We also are sensitive to the needs of our communities, and, as a company, support programs that help those communities meet their health, education and social needs.

AMETEK is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AME) and a component of the S&P 500.

url: www.ametek.com

AMETEK MRO, a unit of AMETEK Aerospace & Defense, is a global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets.

The pursuit of innovation and excellence are the driving force at AMETEK MRO. For decades, our businesses have served the MRO market offering total solutions. With a focus on innovation, performance and integrity, AMETEK MRO is well positioned in highly competitive market segments to expect continued business growth. Supporting this growth are our eleven certified repair centers and over 700 employees across the globe.

Business Unit:
AMETEK MRO AMERON has over 40 years of experience servicing and selling aircraft safety equipment thought its operating divisions, AMERON Global Product Support (AGPS) and MASS Systems. Operating three FAA-145 repair stations, AMERON specializes in the repair and overhaul of aircraft fire extinguishers, oxygen systems, crew masks and other flight safety equipment. AMERON also offers for sale a wide variety of PMA parts related to the safety equipment it repairs.

Acquired by AMETEK in 2009, AMERON is a unit within AMETEK MRO’s Aerospace and Defense Division, a recognized global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets.

www.ameronglobal.com
www.ameron-agps.com
www.ameron-mass-systems.com

This individual will be responsible for assuring the continuous supply of assigned components in order to maintain the required production levels at optimum cost, consistent with quality and quantity specifications. As well, they will be responsible for maintaining an inventory of parts, within assigned components, to meet stated goals of inventory while maintaining production schedules. They will maintain the internal and external supply chain processes for operations and coordinate the arrival of raw materials consistent with stated production plans.

Position Requirements:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Responsible for purchasing & negotiating materials, supplies, & equipment from approved vendors.
• Evaluates vendor quotes & services to determine most desirable suppliers.
• Source and establish new suppliers.
• Expedite materials.
• Load data and operate from MRP including generation of outside operation report/process, material shortages report, evaluation and management of min/max report.
• Generate Purchase orders.
• Responsible for generating and executing inventory provisioning plan.
• Work to eliminate excess and obsolete parts and rationalize similar parts:
• Knowledge of product families.
• Work with marketing to standardize parts on existing and new products.
• Work with product managers to plan ahead of time for product life cycle shifts.
• Track key suppliers for any issues that may affect their ability to supply product.
• Participate in supplier audits, scoring performance, and certification visits with Quality.
• Knowledge of the auditing process, documents and forms.
• Ability to effectively communicate with suppliers (written and verbally).
• Oversee and facilitate the improvement activities of all buyer/planner related all key measures (Quality – PPM, Delivery – On time to Lead Time, Freight Management, PPV, Cash Flow – 10% year-over-year) and Continuous Improvement tools.
• Assist in establishing specifications before requesting quotations.
• Performance will be measured by the individual’s ability to:
• Maintain the required inventory turns for components.
• Work with vendors ensuring continual supply while adhering to cost/inventory objectives.
• Meet or exceed cost reduction initiatives.
• Knowledge of the written procedures, documents, and forms used to measure, analyze, report, and score supplier performance to stated requirements.
• Expedite and respond to shortages in an immediate fashion to ensure no production interruption:
• Measure number of stock-outs and respond with appropriate countermeasures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline required.
Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years of buyer/planner or inventory management experience
• MRO inventory management experience preferred.
• Advanced written and oral communications skills.

Qualifications:
• Proven team player who has demonstrated capabilities in the following areas: excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, well developed problem-solving skills; solid organizational skills; and the demonstrated ability to be self-directed and effectively relate to all levels of an organization
• Attention to detail, accuracy is imperative
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to be an effective team member and display initiative
• Looking for a hands-on individual with the ability to see the big picture
• Proven business partnership skills with the demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed organizational environment
• Must be able to manage a high volume of transactions and prioritize work to meet the growing demands of the business
• Ability to work well under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines
• The right candidate will be ambitious, flexible and have a desire to learn and grow professionally
• Computer skills to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner
• Work hours must be flexible, and overtime will be required to meet the demands of the position
• Aerospace industry experience is a plus
• Must be able to proficiently write, read and speak English
• Must have the ability to clearly and concisely communicate in English with customers, employee and vendors
Direct Reports None
Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including
exposure to heat, cold, fumes,
chemicals, etc.)
• Work will be conducted mostly indoors whether in an office type environment
• Exposure to heat or cold will mostly be limited to when walking from one building to another or if bay doors have been open to allow for shipping and receiving activities. The use of PPE such as safety glasses and safety toed shoes are required in designated working areas.
Essential Physical Tasks: (List all physical tasks encountered in
performing essential functions.)
Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Regularly required to sit or stand, walk, bend and reach with hands and arms
• Regular use of hands/fingers for handling, holding, grasping and typing on a computer keyboard
• The Accounting Department is located on the second floor; therefore, employees are required to go up and down the stairs
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Other:
• Travel: 0%

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against
any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex,
age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity,
status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal,
state or local protected class.

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