Buyer, Senior

Senior Buyer As a Senior Buyer you will be responsible for executing complex or technical procurement activities, including high-value purchases. This role negotiates pricing and contract terms, drives sourcing efforts and supplier performance to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives. Location: Tempe, AZ Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Arizona. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer. We Take Care of Our People Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture * Your Challenge Executes end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value materials, components and services. Negotiates and administers complex purchase orders and agreements. Issues and administers purchase orders, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable Federal, state, and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials or services. (25%) Drives supplier selection. Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery. Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring (cost, quality, delivery) and corrective action implementation. Proactively addresses issues and escalates as needed. (25%) Resolves complex invoice discrepancies, receiving issues and supplier disputes. Maintains accurate and complete procurement records. (25%) Collaborates with internal stakeholders including manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to ensure alignment with program schedules and requirements. Drives cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. (25%) What You Bring Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract negotiations and supplier management. Proficiency with ERP systems. Demonstrated negotiation experience with measurable cost savings or value creation. Experience supporting complex programs or engineered products. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Who We Are Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance With over 50 years of experience in aviation technology, Curtiss-Wright's Sensors & Controls Division is continuing the legacy of flight innovation, providing critical components on a variety of commercial, defense and industrial platforms. From solenoid valves and sensors to linear and rotary actuators, we work closely with systems integrators to deliver the most reliable products on the market. Curtiss-Wright's Sensors & Controls Division is a key partner to major commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers, including Boeing and Airbus. The Division includes businesses that produce high performance electro-mechanical actuation, precision position sensors, fluid controls and motion control subsystems, as well as complex structural components for aerospace applications. Find out more information and view our products here: https://www.cw-sensors.com Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location. #LI-SS1 No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the secur…

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