Buyer/Planner

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. The Buyer will be responsible for indirect and direct supplier purchasing, alternative supplier sourcing, and delivery of materials & services in support of EBA&D Graham, Ky Operations and Engineering Development teams.

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years tactical purchasing or related experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry
• Experience in both low volume, development scale procurement (R&D), to low/medium volume production procurement
• Understanding of Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices and basic operation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and related government procurement documentation requirements
• Strong skills in MS Windows – Excel, Word, Power-point and MS Project
• Detail orientated, ability to multi-task and have excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excels in a dynamic, changeable work environment. Energetic and positive. Ability to work independently. Processes an entrepreneurial spirit