Procurement buyer job description

Feld Entertainment is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Monster Jam , Monster Energy Supercross, Disney On Ice, Marvel Universe LIVE!, Sesame Street Live!, Jurassic World Live Tour, Kawasaki and Spin Master. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

Successful candidates must be fully vaccinated or be qualified for a medical or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination is required and may be submitted via the Company's secure website. Florida employees may request exemption pursuant to FL House Bill No. 1-B. Fully vaccinated is defined as 14 days after the second dose of a two dose vaccine or 14 days after the single dose of a one dose vaccine.

Please note that all Mitigation Guidelines for touring employees remain in effect as do any applicable venue, local, state, and/or international requirements, rules, regulations, and/or laws in territories outside of Florida.)

Performs the day-to-day purchasing duties associated with managing multiple vendor lines within product categories and supports the traveling units as assigned. Designs and recommends strategies to enhance product quality and reduce costs. Holds responsibility for suppliers within the buyer's product category or assigned Shows based on established Department goals. Remains responsive to changes in operations and implements plans to maximize performance and results. Continually strives to exceed customer expectations.

Essential Job FunctionsManage multiple product lines and suppliers. Identify and execute opportunities to expand or leverage existing product or services capabilities. Lead cross-functional teams in the development of cost reduction activities. Create POs and expedite shipments, as necessary, to make certain that customers receive product and/or services in a timely manner. Maintain accurate vendor information in Lawson and makes certain that part numbers loaded under their product category are entered and maintained properly.Maintains defined and/or assigned specific computer records, as appropriate.Negotiate with vendors to enhance FELD's profitability by cost saving initiatives. Report on cost savings on a quarterly basis. Minimize financial exposure to FELD based on Procurement best practices and sound payment decisions.Develops and maintains good rapport with all departments, as well as suppliers. Provide responsive, courteous support to end users and customers. Identify, develop and support the continuous improvement of product or services management process.

Job RequirementsFour-year college degree in a related field or equivalent experience.3+ years purchasing or accounting experience. Working knowledge of purchasing concepts.2+ years of practical experience in the entertainment industry is a plus.CPM, SPSM or advanced education in Procurement, Logisitics or Supply Chain Management is a plus.

Skills & AbilitiesExcellent computer skills: Integrated Financial System and/or ERP Software experience, such as Lawson, J.D. Edwards, etc. and Microsoft Office proficiency.Product and utilization knowledge helpful.Solid analytical skills and strong results orientation.Excellent facilitative and communication skills.Good reading, writing, math and grammar skills.In Office Position.
Feld Entertainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees, customers, and partners worldwide. We celebrate diversity and encourage our profoundly talented workforce to express themselves proudly. Our successful business model requires different perspectives and voices so that we can create the incredible live shows we put on. Come join us and help us light up the world.

Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and Malaysia. The company's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components for the world's premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe.

The Procurement 3 role conducts, manages, and maintains synchronization of a supply chain for obtaining goods and services for the company while interfacing with internal and external customers and suppliers. In addition, the ideal candidate performs part or all of the following:
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities:
• Acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier-related activities and authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements
• Develops requests for quotations and proposals, analyzes supplier responses, negotiates and awards contracts, and manages post award supplier activities
• Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers
• Manages inventory levels, simulation, modeling fore casting data, and supplier performance
• Monitors customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planning
• Incorporates planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability, and arrive at optimal solutions
• Ability to communicate and track program change as it is flowed down
• Integrated Product Team representation and support
• Tracking affordability/trade studies
• Performing BOE (Bases of estimate)/Estimating tasks
• Knowledge and support of P&L activities
• Ability to be decisive in complex problem solving
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree with 6-9 years of relevant experience.
• Masters degree with 4-7 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications

• 6-9 years' experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the aerospace or manufacturing industry
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or other relevant course of study.
• Knowledge of SAP/ERP Systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge/experience with/in manufacturing and manufacturing process a plus
• High energy, dynamic personality with an ability to effect change
• A Security Clearance is preferred, but is not required for employment. However, continued employment will require willingness to submit to the Security Clearance process and ability to successfully complete and withhold security clearance.

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
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The future is what you make it.

When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. Working at Honeywell isn't just about developing cool things. That's why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.

Are you ready to help us make the future?

Responsible that purchase goods, materials and services and company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply. You will hold responsibility for a specific project/region/business or hold a larger remit in terms of purchasing. You will negotiate midsize value contracts, complex requirements and meeting internal client objectives while achieving maximum overall cost effectiveness. You will directly interact with your internal stakeholders and with external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

· Deliver on customer needs

· Conduct competitive bids

· Identify cost reduction opportunities

· Review and monitor purchase requisitions

· Manage supplier communication

· Understand market trends

· Deal with invoice discrepancies

· Ensure compliance with strategic procurement

· Project Management

YOU MUST HAVE

· Bachelor Degree

· Must be a US Citizenship due to contractual requirements

· 5+ years of procurement experience

WE VALUE

· Knowledge of purchasing systems

· Strong communication skills and a team player

· Good organizational - ability to prioritize and do problem solving, fair amount of years of experience in a purchasing

· English fluent, any other language is a plus

· Planning, negotiations and agreements/contract management experience

· Good technical knowledge of Procurement/sourcing

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.