Job Title:
Buyer

Company: Philly Shipyard, Inc.

Location: philadelphia, PA

Created: 2024-05-04

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

SUMMARY: Purchase equipment andor services to support shipbuilding operations and satisfy customer requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Process Purchase Requisitions, Issue Request for Quotes, develop bid analysis, conduct negotiations and issue Purchase Orders.· Use SAP to support purchasing process.· Develop successful negotiation strategies for purchase of material, equipment and services for ship production and yard operations.· Work closely with Production and Engineering (where necessary) to ensure that materials, equipment or services being ordered and delivered will fulfill all requirements.· Monitor vendor performance to make sure all orders arrive on time and within budget. · Coordinate and manage General Stock Items (GSI) list and domestic sourcing.· Work with Material Control and Production to input Material Problem Report (MPR) and seek resolution.· Document project shipments and maintain schedule changes.· Work closely with Planning to manage Production Need Dates (PNDs) and communicate to procurement partner.· Manage Material Supply Agreement with project procurement partner.· Travel may be required.· Maintain log of monthly material receipt and commercial invoices.· Support meetings required for the project.· Conduct market research, obtain quotes and develop estimates for new projects.· Work with other Buyers to ensure goods arrives on time and project milestones are met.· Support key stakeholders by providing timely updates and information as requested. · Other duties may be assigned as required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · None required. QUALIFICATIONS: · Strong written and oral communication skills· Strong analytical skills· Strong problem-solving skills· Leadership· Willingness to take on new tasks and continue to learn· Strong ability to negotiate and secure best prices and terms.· Experience working in a cross-functional team environment EDUCATION andor EXPERIENCE: · BS or BA college degree preferred· Min. 2 years of experience in Purchasing Experience in Government contracting is plusCOMPUTER SKILLS · Proficient in Microsoft software applications such as Word and Excel · Familiar with Access and Power Point· Proficient in SAPCERTIFICATES: · Not required PHYSICAL DEMANDSWORK ENVIRONMENT: Normal office duties with some travel required on occasion. Regular office work and Negotiation sessions can extend beyond normal 8-hour day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. **Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO FREE facility. Note: Not all applicants will be interviewed All applications must be turned in to the Human Resources Department for consideration Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individual.