Quoting/Purchasing Administrator

ABOUT AIRTECH:

Airtech is a family-owned, community focused, global leader founded in 1973. We are the market leader in materials used in the manufacturing of high-performance composite parts. Our products are used by the aerospace, automotive, marine, green energy, and recreational sports industries to create cutting edge lighter, stronger, and greener components. 

JOB SUMMARY:

To mostly prepare Quotations for Airtech products, non-standard items, and Airtech services. Also, assist purchase supplies and material at optimal pricing and delivery cycle while maintaining the lowest possible inventory levels.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepares purchase orders to specifications, reviewing market for best pricing, availability, and quality.
2. Prepares and submits foreign and domestic quotations with information provided by customers, distributors, or sales representatives.
3. With management, reviews vendor performance and accountability
4. Interfaces with sales representatives, vendors, distributors, customer service, production / manufacturing, upper management, and customers as it pertains to gathering information in order to prepare quotations.
5. Initiates purchases of stock and non-stock items as required for optimal inventory levels.
6. Keeps clear and accurate records of quotations and purchased orders for future reference.
7. Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitors and expedites orders.
8. Verifies and analyzes quotations based on prior quotations, current market price for the items involved, and customer purchasing history when deriving quotations.
9. Deals with supplier when serious variations arise in delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
10. Ensures receipt of items as agreed to authorize payments.
11. Develops and implements purchasing/quotations procedures and sequence of operations to optimize workflow.
12. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
13. Notifies supervisor or manager of any potential safety hazards.
14. Must exhibit good interpersonal skills and ability to work and communicate in an effective manner with vendors/customers.
15. Performs other tasks and duties as required by management.

SHIFT:

• 1st (7:30am - 4:00pm) 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

• 4-5 years’ experience Purchasing and Quoting
• Strong negotiation skills
• Advanced Excel user; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience reviewing and negotiating customer or vendor contracts and T&Cs
• BS degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management; OR more than 5 years’ work experience in an aerospace/automotive or similar manufacturing role
• APICS ASCM Certification
• Microsoft/Dynamics, Navision experience

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Supply Management, Tracking Budget Expenses, Vendor Relationships, Organization, Customer Service, Documentation Skills, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Manufacturing Quality, Cost Accounting and Control Engineering.

WE HIRE YOU TO RETIRE YOU:

Working for Airtech means being part of a global family that believes in long-term employment and promoting from within, along with personal and professional development. Airtech offers a competitive compensation package which includes medical/dental/vision benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and a company-funded retirement plan. We put safety first to ensure we can all go home to our families after producing the best quality product in the most efficient way possible.

Learn more about us at www.airtechjobs.com.

Airtech International is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate based on an individual’s race, religion, creed, color, sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, or sexual orientation), age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.