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Procurement Operations Strategic Buyer

Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace

Procurement Operations Strategic Buyer

Wichita Falls, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Howmet Engine Systems (HES) is looking for a Procurement Operations Strategic Buyer to support the facility and to meet customer needs. This position is located at our aerospace manufacturing plant in Wichita Falls, TX.

    HOWMET AEROSPACE, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com . Follow @howmet: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube .

    Join Howmet and join a network of people who are passionate about industry-changing technology that advances the world. You'll have the opportunity to work with leading global companies that operate in world-changing industries-such as aerospace, automotive, building and construction, defense and commercial transportation. It's not just a job. It's a career and a path to the future. You'll be part of a diverse culture of learning, teaching and mentorship. Howmet is fully committed to developing people: providing employees with the resources, learning and development opportunities they need to excel and build a career.

    Position reports to Location Procurement Site Lead

    Responsibilities Include:

    • Support buy/supply/pay practices and the administrative process to drive process optimization and automation across several HES Sites.
    • Place purchase orders for direct & indirect purchases;
    • Coordinate supplier's delivery schedules to meet production needs & expedite as needed;
    • Creates, develops and accounts for tools and templates to simplify and streamline efficient communication between team members as well as efficient execution on all procurement related tasks;
    • Work with and support other buyer/planners or operations staff to execute purchase orders, solve AP issues & communicate with suppliers as needed;
    • Interface with other departments (Shipping, Processing, Engineering, Quality) to resolve problems with timely resolution;
    • Interface with other Buyers as well as production to resolve problems relevant to direct materials and services, raw material quality, quantity verification and delivery in support of production demands;
    • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement on a daily basis by your actions. Take the initiative to resolve purchasing issues with and without interaction from supervision. Willingly participate with production teams to resolve purchasing issues;
    • Perform other tasks as needed in support of manufacturing operations, customers and suppliers;
    • Helps to ensure that Global Procedures, quality and the standards for the department are adhered to and maintained;
    • Assumes other special activities (including cost savings and cash flow) and responsibilities from time to time as required;
    • Serves as help desk and support function on high yield procurement activities, e.g. supplier summits;
    • Self-starter; must be able to contribute to creating his/her job content.
  • Qualifications

    JOB QUALIFICATIONS Basic Qualifications: • High School Diploma or GED from accredited institution • 3 years of previous office related work experience • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility is required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; • This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITRA defines U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident (ie. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Preferred Qualifications: • 3 years in purchasing and/or supply chain management • Bachelor's (4 year) degree with Business / Management focus • Good knowledge of procurement processes, especially purchase-to-pay (operational) • Oracle QAD • Proficiency in data-mining and software applications. PRIMARY LOCATION: United States-TX-Wichita Falls WORK LOCATIONS US WTH Wichita Falls, Texas PO Box 1616, 6200 Central Frwy Wichita Falls 76307-1616 JOB: Operations ORGANIZATION: 03171-95709 Procurement Administration SHIFT: Day Job JOB TYPE: Experienced HOURLY PAID OR SALARIED: Salaried JOB LEVEL: Salaried TRAVEL: Yes, 25 % of the Time JOB POSTING: Jul 14, 2021, 1:15:35 PM MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 3

  • Industry
    Aviation and Aerospace
  • About Us

    Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, our differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft to operate with a lower carbon footprint.

    We nurture an inclusive, respectful and values-based company culture, where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves. When they speak, we listen. When they act, we support. When they achieve, we recognize.