• Prepare request for quotes and proposals based on Plant requirements.
• Review quotations and perform cost analyses to determine best value based on price, schedule, quality, and capability.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and lead times that align with Plant goals.
• Place purchase orders based on approved requisitions to support production, operations, and inventory needs.
• Manage and maintain purchase orders to include accurate pricing, charge account codes and vendor promise dates.
• Monitor invoices on hold and work with internal stakeholders and suppliers for resolution.
• Work with the Receiving department to reconcile shipping documentation from suppliers.
• Collaborate with other departments (Shipping, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Accounts Payable, Facilities, Etc.) to resolve Plant issues with timely resolution.
• Assist in the on-boarding of new suppliers and new items set ups.
• Ensure company procurement procedure compliance is met for quality and financial audits.
• Provide excellent and attentive support for overall business operations.
Preferred Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience working in Procurement, Finance, or Supply Chain.
• Experience in ORACLE, SAP, or similar type Enterprise Business Systems experience.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform metrics and reports on various data collections.
• Willingness to frequently visit the shop floor for better understanding of Plant operations.
• Customer-oriented personality.

Howmet Aerospace Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft to operate with a lower carbon footprint.