Buyer, Sr.

The Senior Buyer is responsible for executing complex or technical procurement activities, including high-value purchases. This role negotiates pricing and contract terms, drives sourcing efforts and supplier performance to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives. As our Buyer you will purchase a variety of materials, supplies and services. Electronic components preferred. Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. Processes purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers. Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate highest quality at best value. May recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing. Interacts closely with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues. Location : East Farmingdale, NY Salary Information: $75,000 - $90,000 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in New York. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer. We Care About Our People Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan  I Inclusive & Supportive Culture Your Challenge: Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service. Follows up on all awards until completion of order. Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes. Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery. Responsible for complying with corporate policies, procedures and underlying Federal, state and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials, or services. What you bring: Strong background procuring electronic components Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including data manipulation and presentation. Experience working with vendors and suppliers. Experience with inventory management software and systems, Familiarity with purchasing regulations and procedures. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Peerless Instrument provides state-of-the-art electronic assemblies, systems and software to the US military. Peerless' advanced instrumentation and control systems are used in Navy propulsion systems. For more information visit Peerless Instrument - Advanced Instrumentation & Control Systems | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com) #LI-TS1 No unsolicited agency submittals please.  Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.  Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.   Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.  Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status,