Buyer Job in Las Cruces, New Mexico US
ITT Exelis is Powered By Ingenuity, which is the hallmark of our business, products and people. We provide innovative solutions in the areas of command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (C4ISR). Working at ITT Exelis, you will join the ranks of 20,000 employees serving our customers around the globe. At ITT Exelis, our workplace culture encourages a spirit of adventure and encompasses a can-do attitude. We place emphasis on building and sustaining a diverse workforce which is inclusive of different perspectives and varied business, academic, cultural and social backgrounds.
ITT Exelis is looking for a Buyer to support our Purchasing Team in Las Cruces, NM in our Information Systems Business Area.
Job Responsibilities include:
Responsible for the sourcing, purchasing, planning, and scheduling the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods and related material through production and inventory process. Identifies raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules. Purchases, plans, and coordinates resulting material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory sequences. In front-end procurement mode, analyzes data and determines factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, approves payment, and maintains necessary records of material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory cycles. Coordinates and follows up with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate procurement, scheduling, and movement of materials and services.
Required Experience:
2+ Years directly related experience w/ Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field.
Discretion/Latitude:
Works under general supervision. Follows established procedures. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
Frequent use and application of general knowledge of industry practices, techniques, standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Possesses developed analytical and writing skills.
Problem Solving:
Develops Solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance.
Impact:
Contributes to the completion of milestones associated with specific projects. Failure to achieve results or erroneous decisions or recommendations may cay delays in program schedules and may result in the allocation of additional resources.
Liaison:
Primarily internal company contacts. Infrequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts on routine matters.
Work Products:
Purchase a high volume and variety of materials, supplies and services. Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, cancellations and engineering changes. Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
Desired Experience:
SAP, OMS, Maximo
EEO Statement
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Respect, Responsibility, and Integrity, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. ITT Exelis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V
