Buyer

**Millennium Space Systems** is looking for team members who are passionate about developing revolutionary space systems. You will join a small, close-knit team working to support some of the most demanding and important space systems customers in the Country.
**Breaking with Tradition**
American aerospace is experiencing a renaissance and among its leaders are the organizations and people who are breaking with tradition to reformulate and invigorate an industry. Millennium Space Systems is helping spearhead that change.
Millennium brings a unique and disciplined entrepreneurial culture to this space renaissance. We don't subscribe to the traditional thinking that cost and schedule are secondary attributes of space systems.
We bring a spirit of innovation and teamwork, coupled with a get-it-done approach to deliver solid, measurable results.
We are colleagues and fellow innovators; seasoned engineers, software developers, and technicians working together to deliver affordable solutions from inception through implementation; from fabrication through launch. We are enthusiastic partners looking for new team members who share our enthusiasm and dedication.
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**Note**: Due to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR), only U.S. Citizens are eligible for employment at Millennium Space Systems.
**Buyer**
* El Segundo, CA
* Full Time
* Supply Chain
* Entry Level
**Company Overview**
Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company delivers affordable, high-performance space systems for exacting customers. Here you will be part of a close-knit team working on exciting technological problems. We work in an open environment where ideas are shared across all disciplines, and there are ample opportunities for advancement based on excellence. Superstars are welcome.
At Millennium, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
**Job Summary**
The Buyer will work with Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Program Controls, Program Management, and Shipping/Receiving/Inventory teams to ensure that purchase orders are executed in an efficient manner and immediate procurement needs are met. We are looking for a candidate that:
* Has the ability to prioritize demands of and work with many suppliers and internal customers
* Loves to negotiate with suppliers to meet cost and delivery needs
* Has procurement experience with mechanical and/or electronic parts and assemblies
* Is proactive and ready to lend a hand even if it is not in your job description
* Is enthusiastic about process improvement and finding solutions to bottlenecks and a go-getter that can thrive in any environment
**Responsibilities**
* Partner with internal customers (engineers) to ensure completion of source selection and procurements that meet program requirements (schedule, cost and quality); develop and recommend secondary/additional sources as needed
* Actively manage the procurement process from quoting and order placement through receipt of products and subsequent payment of invoices
* Lead formal negotiations (price, schedule, and supplier exceptions) to contractual requirements
* Manage supplier performance through consistent communication to ensure proper adherence to purchase order terms and conditions
* Proactively manage suppliers to develop and provide positive and productive internal and external supplier relationships
* Support Planning/Shipping & Receiving/Inventory efforts
* Develop process and strategy such as VMI, Blanket Purchase Orders, Long-Term Agreements as required
* Be a key member of the process improvement of the ERP system
* Consistently communicate key changes effecting material to internal stakeholders
* Host and/or lead technical calls with suppliers and engineers as necessary
* Utilize MS Outlook, MS Teams, WebEx, Jira, Confluence and other technology to increase efficiency
**Minimum Qualifications**
* Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management or related field
* 2 to 3 years experience in aerospace procurement
* Familiarity with FAR/DFARS/CPSR
* Familiarity with machined parts and assemblies, PCB/PCBAs, electronics, raw material, and/or other commodities
* Basic understanding of price analysis methodologies
* Solid judgement, reasoning and decision-making ability in the absence of predefined processes or procedures
**Preferred Qualifications**
* APICS/ASCM/ISM Certification
* 3+ years' experience in aerospace procurement
* Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR/CPSR
* Deltek Costpoint ERP experience
* Familiarity with AS9100 REV D
**Benefits and Perks**
Millennium Space Systems offers a very competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan. Relocation assistance to Southern California can be provided.
**Before applying, please note:**
Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage veterans, disabled veterans and disabled individuals to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.
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Employed as a contractor for Boeing or contract hire through an agency or consulting firm; or
A pilot with a United States based commercial airline, cargo or charter company flying Boeing products; or
Performing routine machine maintenance, repairs and service on Boeing Products.
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