Buyer-Defense Industry-Onsite Position We are looking for a high-energy, change-driven, experienced team player to be part of our Global Supply Chain team in **_Ottawa On_** . T As our Buyer you will have a proven track record of assessing commodity requirements, sourcing, and managing vendors for materials and services. You will bring significant experience in procurement of multiple commodities including components, PCB’s, mechanicals, and services in an MRP environment. **Location:** **_Ottawa, ON_** **We Take Care of Our People** Paid Time Off **I** RRSP with Employer Match **I** Health and Wellness Benefits **I** Learning and Development Opportunities **I** Competitive Pay **I** Referral Program **I** Recognition **I** Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) **I** Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/) * **Your Challenge:** Working in close partnership with the Engineering and Operations teams: + Prepare and manage RFP/RFQ proposals, purchase agreements, and statements of work. + Evaluate quotations/proposals to determine recommended vendor sourcing. + Ensure Approved Vendor List management and compliance. + Assess material demand to determine procurement requirements and prepare and execute Purchase Orders in compliance with Policy. + Monthly review and reporting of commodity/vendor KPI’s. + Manage vendor relationships. + Proactively identify efficiency and/or cost savings opportunities and programs, and work with both vendors and internal teams to drive implementation. + Support process improvement initiatives and management of obsolescence issues. + Closely manage system data (pricing, lead times, dates, etc.) to ensure accuracy and monitor orders to ensure vendor commitments and/or expedite needs are fulfilled. + Initiate and facilitate RMA process with vendors to return non-conforming product for credit and replacement + Perform Other duties as assigned **What You Bring:** + Thorough understanding of automated procurement systems and MRP. + In-depth knowledge in the areas of procurement, planning and material management. + Proven negotiation skills and exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. + Process-oriented, with an eye for identifying and driving efficiencies through change. + Outstanding teaming, interpersonal, and relationship building skills including influencing and collaboration with internal and external customers and partners. + Ability to cope with ambiguity and frequent change in direction. + Customer focus. + Post-secondary degree/diploma in business or supply chain management. + Minimum of 3 years supply chain experience in an MRP environment. + Deep working knowledge of SAP is an asset. + Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing knowledge desirable. + Experience in an AS9100C environment is an asset. + Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite of products. **Who We Are:** Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx) Environmental, Social and Governance At our world-class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario, we manufacture rugged products optimized for high-mix, high quality and small batch sizes typical of military requirements. Equipped with the latest assembly, cleaning, coating and inspection equipment, our operations are AS9100 and ISO-9001 certified and we comply with the highest standards of workmanship defined by IPC and J-STD specifications. All materials and processes are controlled by our enterprise-wide SAP and MES systems which offer full component traceability to individual products by serial number. To learn more about Curtiss-Wright’s Defense Solutions Division, please visit https://www.curtisswrightds.com/about/company/locations/ottawa \#LI-LR _No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our_ **_Talent Acquisition Team (TA_COE@curtisswright.com)_** _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 security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) **For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)** If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. **Join the WRIGHT Team!** Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright. **Our Values** What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. **Leadership** We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. **Customer Focus** We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. **Teamwork & Trust** Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. **Respect for People** We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. **Integrity** We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships. **What We Offer Our Employees:** **Opportunity:** As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! **Challenging Work:** The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! **Collaborative Environment:** The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.