Planner/Buyer

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. Job Title: Planner/Buyer Reporting To: Mgr., Supply Chain Work Schedule: Hybrid Buffalo, NY Moog Aircraft Group is the world-wide leader of advanced flight controls and actuation for commercial and military aircraft. We are positioned on virtually every aircraft flying today, supplying highly reliable systems that are supportable and add significant value for our customers. The Aircraft Group Planner Buyer is responsible for the coordination and placement of purchase orders for a designated group of suppliers to achieve the site operational requirements. This includes contract administration and coordination with the strategic sourcing and regional supply chain teams. Responsibilities: Responsible for the maintenance of part planning parameters in line with the agreed materials plan input as well as the suppliers latest planning information such as lead time etc. Responsible for conversion of demand signals into Purchase Orders (PO) in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and Moog systems and processes. Liaise with Supplier Lead in region to obtain delivery commitments and provide the site with up-to-date information. Co-ordinate and feedback site operational requirements to regional supply chain team. Communicate and influence internal site functions such as Goods Inwards and Receiving Inspection (RI) to ensure parts are delivered to point of use as required. Coordination and support for supplier non-conformance and return to vendor (RTV). Co-ordinate and liaise between Site and Regional supply chain to resolve issues such as Delivery/Quality/paperwork discrepancies. Coordinate with strategic sourcing to ensure contractual terms and conditions are operationalized into the integrated planning and placement processes. Co-ordinate with strategic sourcing to identify and resolve deviations to contractual terms and conditions. The scope of responsibility in terms of parts/suppliers or level of complexity is higher relative to the Associate Planner Buyer responsibilities. The individual must be able to function in a coordinating capacity in the buyers absence. This would require immediately handling those items of a high priority nature, directing, and assisting daily requests and inquiries to appropriate personnel, or obtaining management intervention necessary. The individual must be able to work with others on teams (across Moog sites). Qualifications: Bachelors Degree with a minimum 2 years experience or direct co-op experience. OR associate degree with a minimum of 7 years experience. OR progressive experience directly related to the position or field with a minimum of 10 years experience. Good negotiating skills, combined with knowledge of procurement processes. Good communication/organizational skills and be able to demonstrate an ability to understand complex regulations/procedures. Ability to deal with a variety of tasks at any one time and understand the priorities. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal / organizational skills and be able to demonstrate an ability to understand complex regulations/procedures. Experience in a matrix-based organization. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, energetic and self-starter. Demonstrated ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization and experience in working with external constituencies. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business need. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments. This position requires access to United States Export Controlled information. Ability to relocate to East Aurora, New York (Western New York area). Flexible / hybrid work schedule. Preferred qualifications: Certification in Purchasing, Supply Chain or Program Management. APICS or other industry standard certifications are a plus. An engineering or technical background is preferable. Salary Range Transparency: Buffalo, NY $75,000.00$90,000.00 Annually Salary Range Disclaimer The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. 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