The Company:

WE SAVE LIVES! For over 45 years Robertson Fuel Systems, a HEICO company, continues to be the world leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of crashworthy fuel systems. The Company's technology, experience, and capability in fuel containment are paramount to both its defense and civil customers. Engineered to help prevent post-incident fires, its fuel solutions save lives.

Benefits of the Buyer II

• 4X10 Schedule with every Friday Off
• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous PTO
• Educational Assistance
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, and Short-Term Disability
• EAP and Wellness Plan

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reviews purchase requisitions to determine material requirements and appropriate suppliers.
• Create Request For Quote (RFQ's) to send to suppliers to get updated pricing to convert RFQ's to Purchase Orders (PO's)
• Track the status of all PO's and follow up with suppliers to ensure material arrives as needed to support production.
• Review Material Requirements Planning (MRP) exceptions and work with suppliers to accommodate changes.
• Adherence to Compliance Plan and Employee Policy Manual.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover nor contain a static listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned.

• Provide latest engineering drawings to suppliers and work closely with Engineering to resolve any issues that would delay material from arriving on time.
• Develop and nurture mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
• Work closely with Planning and Inventory Control to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Qualifications for the Buyer II

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience for the Buyer II

A High School Diploma or GED equivalent; and a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a Buyer/ Procurement role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Professional Qualifications for the Buyer II

Required:

• Must be proficient with ERP/MRP type software and have hands on experience interpreting MRP data and creating purchase orders.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, Outlook, PowerPoint; Project and Access as required)
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Strong customer service and company culture/reputation orientation

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.

Personal Competencies for the Buyer II

• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and work in a fast paced, multi-task environment
• Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential
• Ability to participate successfully in a team environment; demonstrate willingness to collaborate with others to achieve common objectives
• Ability to apply common sense towards the execution of responsibilities

Physical Demands for the Buyer II

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to walk, stand and sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stoop, bend, or kneel. The incumbent must lift and carry 25 pounds and occasionally lift or carry a maximum of 50 pounds; as well as push or pull a maximum of 200 pounds. The incumbent will use office equipment including but not limited to telephones, computers, copiers and printers and occasionally use hand tools including but not limited to wrenches, sockets, drills, screwdrivers, rulers, and calipers. The incumbent will occasionally use powered equipment including but not limited to company vehicles, forklifts, golf carts and wave lift.

Work Environment for the Buyer II

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is occasionally exposed to mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to heat or cold ranging between 70 and 80 degree ambient conditions, and dust. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate (<85dB). The incumbent is required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including safety glasses and work gloves.

Safety/Security/Environmental

• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Comply with all Safety policies as outlined by the company standards and local, state and federal laws.
• In accordance with Robertson Fuel Systems' Arizona Drug and Alcohol Policy, this position is designated as a safety-sensitive position.

Other

As provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company is committed to discussing and providing reasonable accommodations to its employees to help them fulfill the essential functions of their jobs.