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BAE Systems Buyer Support Assistant in York, Pennsylvania

Job Description

Aids in the day to day execution of material support requirements to meet all contractual specifications for vehicle production support.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepares and issues Request for Quote (RFQ) to incorporate technical, quality, contractual and schedule requirements properly into RFQ under the guidance of a Buyer.

  • Complies with internal company and government requirements through documentation per Line of Business (LOB) processes.

  • Assists in the tracking and management of up-to-date supplier information and certification, to avoid delays in order processing by buyers.

  • Supports the buyers in managing Purchase Order documentation updates/revision requirements, as well as follow-ups with suppliers for order acknowledgment and delivery status information.

  • Aids in the tactical processes related to contract proposal efforts

  • Support the prompt closeout activities for completed orders and contracts.

  • Share responsibility for total supplier quality and delivery performance at the best value.

  • Participates on commodity teams to assist with day-to-day tactical execution of tasks.

  • Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety objectives and policies.

  • Shares responsibility of self-development with immediate supervisor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Required Education:

  • High School diploma

Required Skills:

  • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.

  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

  • Sound interpersonal skills used when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with company personnel, customers, and suppliers.

  • Ability to use computers to prepare appropriate reports and documents.

  • Ability to make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

  • Ability to develop/demonstrate research and presentation skills.

  • Ability to develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with internal and external customers.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Prefer prior experience as a Purchasing Assistant with relevant applications in a defense contractor environment

  • Experience using Oracle or an MRP/ERP system

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $41900 - $67000

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Buyer Support Assistant

100683BR

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