Purchasing Agent
Job Description
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively. We’re looking to expand our team across the board.
We are seeking a Purchasing Agent to support the design, procurement, and assembly of our spacecraft through purchasing and inventory control efforts. This position collaborates with the departments of production, inventory, IT, and finance to conduct business and operational support through effective procurement.
- Support company demand by procuring goods, materials, equipment, and other relevant needs.
- Promptly address and resolve procurement issues to minimize delays in production.
- Verify purchase requisitions by comparing demand, communicate for resolve on any unclear items, and/or recommending alternatives or other supporting suppliers.
- Flow information to all relevant parties to ensure processing of purchase orders and deliveries in a timeframe that supports company success.
- Recommend viable solutions to reduce purchasing costs as well as improve procurement process and quality.
- Cultivate and support new vendor relationships in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost efficiency.
- Support cost, on-time delivery, quality, and vendor performance initiatives.
- Assist with compiling status and performance reports to submit them to management and relevant departments in a timely manner.
- Utilize and manage P-card according to company policy and procedure.
- Work cross functionally to support/assist in monitoring inventory levels, planning demand, and any additional duties to determine purchase needs.
- Maintain records of all transactions, purchase orders, and receipts in compliance of company policies.
- Review, monitor, and execute any updates to vendor/internal communications in ERP system including purchase order changes and transactions.
- Assist with development, testing, and/or implementation of ERP functionality.
- 3+ years of aerospace preferred or similar experience in supply chain, purchasing, or related background.
- Demonstrated self-initiated work in a team environment while adhering to deadlines.
- Results-driven with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications and ERP/MRP/MES systems.
- Ability and proficiency in research and deductive reasoning skills.
- Ability to self-monitor and motivate while adhering to assignments and daily tasks.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance.
Date Posted
06/22/2023
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