Over the past 40 years SelectTech has built a solid reputation in the defense contracting space by adhering to three core values: Integrity, Customer Focus, and Technical Excellence. SelectTech has experienced tremendous growth in its airworthy roll-on roll-off transportation systems and is seeking a Technical Buyer to join a mission focused team. The Technical Buyer will lead all purchasing activities to ensure that they are on time and within budgetary limitations.
This position does have the availability for a hybrid schedule. Will be required to work at least 3 days per week at SelectTech's Springfield facility, and may work remotely or out of our Corporate office in Centerville the remaining 2 days per week.
Essential Functions
Develop technical specifications in coordination with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality
Identify and qualify new suppliers to meet business needs
Review purchase requests for accuracy, contractual, and regulatory compliance
Communicate with suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule
Conduct negotiations on price, technical requirements, and terms and conditions of orders to support business cash flow and program budgetary objectives.
Prepare purchase orders and change orders
Maintain regulatory compliant purchasing files
Support internal and external purchasing system audits
Regularly update a purchasing integrated master schedule and ensure all purchases are on time and on budget to meet program objectives.
Track active procurements via ongoing communication with suppliers and manage the scheduling of deliveries to prevent excess stock or back orders
Communicate and support resolution of any delays or other supply chain disruptions with Production
Work closely with the Quality Manager on the vendor qualification process, corrective action on vendor quality issues, and supplier rating reviews
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not intended to be a complete or exclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics or other related field
4 years procurement experience
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Strong organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written skills and interpersonal skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Understanding of the flow and management of custom manufactured parts and assemblies
Ability to read and understand all work instructions and safety information
Experience with ISO9001/AS9100 certified operations and audits desired
Procurement experience in Government Contracting environment
Mechanical and electronics acumen
Must be able to qualify for a Secret Security Clearance
Physical Demands This job operates in an office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; bend; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted.
EOE AA M/F/VET/DISABILITY/SEXUAL ORIENTATION/GENDER IDENTITY
SelectTech Services complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Department, (937)438-9905, HR@ssc82.com.
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Full Benefit Package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Supplemental Insurance Plans, Long Term Care, Tuition Reimbursement, paid vacation, holidays and more.
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
4+ years
Security Clearance Note
Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance, if applicable