Lead Buyer jobs in East Hartford, CT

ACMT isn't just any aerospace manufacturer - we're the trailblazers, the innovators, the game-changers. We're leading the charge in redefining what's possible in aerospace engineering. We are looking for a dynamic Buyer to join the team!

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in Kanban system
• Negotiate pricing and payment terms with multiple vendors and ensure correct delivery on blanket orders
• Maintain manufacturing stock supplies in the onsite supplies vending machine for the shop floor
• Track and follow all open orders and follow up
• Meet with the production team to identify needs
• Process internal requisitions between three buildings on campus
• Assist in maintaining metrics to continually monitor measurable supplier performance
• Support Senior Buyer in ad hoc projects and initiatives

Qualifications Desired:

• High School/GED, Bachelors Degree preferred
• 2 years of experience in a Buyer role within a manufacturing environment, aerospace preferred
• Experience with inventory management programs (preferably Kanban) and Project Management tools (preferably Epicor)
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Ability to communicate and collaborate cross-departmentally
• Capability to network, provide information, and work with multiple stakeholders and vendors

Benefits:

• Flexible Schedule – Various shift options
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Growth Opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Manchester, CT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person