Buyer I

Location : SAN DIEGO, CA, United States

Job Family : Procurement

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Mar 28, 2024

Job ID : 47922

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Location: Parker Meggitt (Gas Turbine Division) - San Diego (Sorrento), California

ABOUT PARKER MEGGITT AEROSPACE GROUP

+ We are a global leader in the research, design, integration, manufacture, certification, and lifetime service of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, lubrication, and pneumatic systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets. We support the world’s aircraft and aero engine manufacturers, providing a century of experience and innovation for commercial and military aircraft.

+ Joining our team means, you are helping to deliver our purpose of ‘Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.’ A career at Parker Meggitt offers boundless potential for professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the world, help develop innovative technology and products, and contribute to our company’s goal of solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges.

+ We have succeeded in employing the top talent in the industry by focusing our hiring efforts on the individual, not the job description. If you are an inquisitive thinker with great ideas and a desire to succeed, we will find the perfect spot for you on our team.

+ Parker Meggitt San Diego, CA – Sorrento ( Energy Sensing & Controls ), Energy Sensors & Controls is a leading supplier of small-frame gas turbine actuation systems and fuel metering valves for the oil and gas and power generation sectors. E nergy capabilities center on enabling power plants to work at peak efficiency and safety, minimizing the worry of regulatory fines or customer dissatisfaction

+ Parker Meggitt San Diego, CA – Sorrento ( Energy Sensing & Controls ) - Past, Present, Future : f ormerly Precision Engine Controls Corporation (PECC), this location was acquired by Meggitt in 2014 as our products enable the integration of valves and actuators with electronic turbine controls, rather than having to package them separately on the turbine. This eliminates the need for wiring between the electronics and control units, a potential weak spot.

+ Parker Meggitt San Diego, CA – Sorrento ( Energy Sensing & Controls ) already established industrial valve engineering capability, the acquisition gave Parker Meggitt a major market share in two key industrial gas turbine market segments – aero-derivative (30MW-6-MW) and small frame (<30MW) – and a much broader all-electric product portfolio.

POSITION SUMMARY : The Buyer uses expertise in performing a variety of purchasing activities, including pricing, negotiating terms, volume discounts, long-term contracts, and delivery of services with suppliers. Applies government laws and regulations while conducting procurement activities and ensures alignment with management objectives.

JOB CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies

+ Performs on time delivery of products or services, and negotiates with suppliers to reach highest quality at best value

+ Initiates bid/quote process for services, supplies and equipment; prepares bid documents and oversees the bid process; performs bid analysis and makes recommendations regarding purchases

+ Resolves problems and issues arising from purchase of services, supplies and equipment

+ Evaluates reports to define the need for the purchased product(s), prepares request for quotations, evaluates quotes, selects suppliers, creates and approves purchase orders (POs)

+ Manages specific custom commodities with high viability to balance demand and maintains an understanding of each supplier’s capabilities and current capacity

+ Applies understanding of basic market drivers, so that reasonable pricing can be determined and supply risk reduced

+ Develops appropriate sources of supply and maintains cooperative working relationships with vendors to stay current with trends and technologies, products and services

+ Maintains current and accurate purchase order data in the purchasing system (e.g. delivery dates, pricing, change orders)

Other responsibilities as assigned

+ Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance

+ Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Education: Bachelor's Degree is required for this role

+ Years of Experience: min 3 years of buyer or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment

+ Skills

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

+ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.

+ Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.

+ Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.

+ On-site facilities: cafeteria with a wide array of food options, mini-mart, and vending machines.

+ Participation in health and emotional well-being challenges with rewards.

Financial Security and Growth:

+ Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.

+ Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity.

+ Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life and dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:

+ Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus up to 13 paid holidays, including a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s.

+ Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.

+ Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

+ Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities:

+ Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

+ Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.

Additional Benefits:

+ Employee Perkz on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.)

+ Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000)

+ Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EN-USA): Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accordance with U.S. import & and export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”). If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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