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With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.
PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.
In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.
The Senior Buyer Purchasing (SBP) shall be the senior buyer responsible for placing high dollar long term procurements. In this role the SBP shall negotiate pricing, establish best value and build strong supplier relationships. The SBP shall work collaboratively with all departments and coworkers to oversee all procurement activities, developing and maintaining a supply base of raw materials and hardware. The SBP shall maintain written controlled procurement procedures, oversee buying practices, establish LTA's , establish metrics to measure and improve performance and contribute to Continuous Improvement (CI) activities.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's Degree required.
A minimum of 5 years' experience.
Preferred experience in source direct parts and raw materials in the Aerospace industry
Demonstrated knowledge of ERP systems and experience interacting directly with suppliers
Physical Demands
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Ability to work on different priorities, time management, negotiation skills with suppliers