Senior Buyer

Air Cost Control (“A2C”), a subsidiary of HEICO, a leading aviation electrical interconnect product distribution Company, is seeking a Sr. Buyer that would be primarily responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:RequirementsJOB QUALIFICATIONSPlacing Orders: Ordering goods and materials from suppliers based on the demand forecast, current stock levels, and lead times.Vendor Management: Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms, and monitoring supplier performance. Lead contract negotiations and implementations with suppliers.Cost Management: Ensuring that purchasing activities are done at the most competitive prices and with favorable payment terms to keep costs within budget.Forecasting Demand: Analyzing historical data, market trends, and customer requirements to forecast future demand for products or materials.Stock Monitoring: Tracking inventory levels to ensure the business has sufficient stock without over-ordering.Managing Lead Times: Keeping track of lead times for production, shipping, and receiving to ensure products are available when needed.Monitoring Supplier Performance: Tracking supplier delivery times, quality, and overall performance to ensure they meet expectationsOptimizing Purchasing Processes: Continuously evaluating and improving procurement processes to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance the supply chain.Collaboration with Other Teams: Regularly communicating with internal teams such as sales, logistics and Product managers to align procurement plans with overall business goalsEXPERIENCEPrevious experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management is required.Aviation/Aerospace experience is advantage.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIESAnalytical Skills: Ability to analyze inventory levels, reports (Excel skills) and optimize purchasing strategies.Negotiation Skills: Strong communication and negotiation skills to work effectively with suppliers and vendors.Attention to Detail: Meticulous in managing inventory, pricing, LT, Compliance and order fulfillment to avoid errors.Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, inventory management software, and Excel for reporting and analysis.Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.Must be flexible and able to multi-task in a time-sensitive environment.