Will work under normal supervision to perform standard duties. Has the authority to purchase at the best value, commercial off the shelf (COTS) items, at the lowest price consistent with desired quality to meet the specified required date. Participates in negotiations with suppliers. Handles MRO (maintenance, repair, and operating supplies) buying and provides general office clerical support, including filing Purchase Orders and Request for Quotations. In addition to handling selected routine purchases, employee may provide general administrative support and other duties as assigned.

Responsible for the procurement of COTS, services, supplies, and other materials required for the functional operation and performance of the company as assigned.

• Process request for quotes to provide data for either MDSI bid preparation or buyer price justification (Cost analysis justification can be used in lieu of Price analysis).
• Ensure an adequate supply base exists to meet MDSI’s anticipated procurements. Add new sources as required, while maintaining a good business relationship with existing, qualified sources.
• Review weekly (as a minimum) the status of all open purchase orders under their responsibility, to insure on-time delivery of all purchases. Communicate exceptions to the applicable planner or requester and the Purchasing Supervisor.
• Communicate to the Purchasing Supervisor significant changes to their supplier’s status as to financial stability, delivery/quality performance and pricing of parts/services.
• Procure parts at prices consistent with MDSI bid prices used (if they exist) in our proposals to our customers. Notify the appropriate MDSI Contract Administrator/Program Manager and Purchasing Supervisor of any exceptions as spelled out in the governing procedures and instructions.
• Process authorized purchase requisitions in the time frame required by the Purchasing Supervisor/Manager. Communicate exceptions as required.
• Provides complete and accurate status reports on request.
• Approves supplier invoice exceptions for payment by the accounting department in accordance with governing procedures and instructions.
• Coordinates and makes the necessary arrangements for processing discrepant supplied items and material and may make the disposition on rejected items. Must be a US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 1 to 2 years related experience and/or training. APICS or ISM coursework desired.

The Purchasing department is a fast paced environment and requires a high level of organizational skills, efficient use of time, the ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple projects, and continually meet deadlines. Experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing environment desired. Should be familiar with UCC/FAR and DFAR requirements. Requires knowledge of purchasing processes, policies, procedures and an understanding of manufacturing processes. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications desired. Must have good organizational, problem solving, conflict resolution, and decision making skills. Must also be able to recognize the appropriate time to request assistance. Each situation has characteristics that require different tactics and the expediter must be able to evaluate each situation and act accordingly.

Direct experience in procurement of repair services, facility maintenance required.

Computer skills: Fluent in MS Word and Excel required.

Knowledgeable in Internet and e-mail use.

Data entry, system inquiries and reports.

Meggitt Defense Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/V/D/F

Required Skills

Required Experience

1. Possesses critical thinking and problem solving skills.
2. Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
3. Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
4. Ability to utilize computers for documentation purposes.
5. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
6. Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.