Senior Member Procurement Staff - Sr. Buyer

The world leader in electronic countermeasures. ITT is a global engineering and manufacturing company with $9.0 billion in sales. Our technologies make a positive difference every day. Thanks to our talented employees, we develop applications that meet our customers' exacting requirements and tackle some of the world's most complex problems. This is an exciting opportunity to join an international leader in the design, production and support of Electronic warfare protection systems. We develop technology critical to our soldiers and you have the potential to become part of a talented team, work on rewarding projects, thrive in a dynamic environment and excel in your career. Our Procurement team is looking for a results oriented individual with effective communication skills, who is flexible, team oriented and has the ability to focus on completing tasks in a timely manner. Must be detail oriented with strong interpersonal and problem solving skills, and the demonstrated ability to analyze work processes and make efficiency improvements to participate in any or all of the following Procurement functions: estimating, solicitation of quotations, proposal evaluation, fact-finding, vendor selection, liaison and management, cost analysis, negotiation, order writing, purchase order administration, department budgets and program status for moderately complex/high dollar value commodities. Bachelor's degree or the equivalent experience as defined as follows:3 - 5 years buying experience including use of MRP and negotiating with suppliers.3 - 5 years experience with FAR and either electronic or mechanical commodities is desirable.Six or more years of relevant experience in purchasing mechanical and electronic parts and materials in a military contractor environment.Company purchasing policies; contract law and other relevant procurement regulations. Basic knowledge of industry practices and engineering design. Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and MRP systems software. Ability to obtain security clearance. Knowledge of material specification sheets. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under frequently changing priorities. Must possess superior negotiating and relationship management skills.ITT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. RESPOND HERE! Respond immediately by accessing the following dedicated online response form which will allow you to cut and paste your resume. This form will go directly and immediately to the hiring authority for this position. Access the online response form at: http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/resp/rf?jobid=2257924&boardid=749