Engineering Jobs in Brightwaters, NY

Company:

Sage Parts is the world's largest supplier of GSE (Ground Support Equipment) and airport-related equipment replacement parts with operations in The United States, Canada, Chile, France, Hong Kong, Singapore, Peru, South Africa, The Netherlands, and The United Kingdom. Sage Parts supplies replacement parts and accessories for all types and brands of GSE. Sage provides supply chain management, on site supply services, single source supply, logistics solutions, engineering solutions and other cost reduction programs.

Summary:

We are seeking a Buyer II to work in our corporate office located in either Melville, NY or Fountain Inn, SC. This role is primarily clerical but requires commercial decisions to be made regularly. This position relies heavily upon knowledge and experience in the daily problem resolution process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Principal Responsibilities:

• Placement of purchase orders with suppliers based upon system generated requirements information, confirming price and expected delivery date as required.
• Expedite / follow up purchase orders to improve or confirm expected delivery dates as required by supervision or business needs.
• Problem resolution for accounting and receiving discrepancies, particularly with respect to communication with the suppliers for purchase orders the buyer placed.
• Creating and maintaining documentation / records of communication with the supplier
• Advising supervision of decisions made to solve pricing / lead time problems that were out side of the typical / norm.
• Monitoring inventory performance with regards to service levels and making recommendations to management to improve performance or prevent future issues.
• Supplier selection where the business system or Buyers knowledge allows.
• Price agreement and negotiation within guidelines set by the local supervision or business policies.
• Delivery date negotiation within guidelines set by the local supervision or business policies.
• Inventory commitments (via blanket /scheduled purchase orders) within guidelines and limits set by management and business policies.

Problem Resolution:

• Capable of locating and suggesting alternative supply solutions for their products and commodities.
• Recommends solutions to inventory management and service level challenges.

REQUIREMENTS / REQUESTED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years purchasing experience in an automotive or GSE Parts related field.
• Knowledge and Experience within the industrial or automotive parts market place.
• Must be fluent in English. Additional languages are beneficial and would be considered an advantage.
• Experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning system.
• Good Microsoft Excel Skills

We stand behind our customers, products, and services as responsibility, support and continuous improvement are the key words which drive our work attitude. We also believe in work as an essential way to achieve success, and we aim to build a work environment which fosters individual growth and personal achievement for our employees through empowerment.

If our values match yours, we would like to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage the site Quality Management System (QMS) that aligns with industry standards and organizational objectives.
• Facilitate quality and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and overall performance.
• Lead all quality efforts at the plant to ensure that our products consistently meet or exceed defined quality standards and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement quality improvements, drive process optimization, and achieve cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure timely resolution and closure of Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) plans.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of the QMS and processes, identifying areas for improvement.
• Analyze quality performance data and metrics to identify trends, develop insights, and drive data-driven decision-making.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness and efficiency of quality processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure site adheres to local regulations and industry standards for pharmaceutical packaging and printing.
• Provide training and mentorship to employees to enhance their understanding of quality principles, practices, and methodologies.
• Oversee supplier quality management, including supplier evaluations and audits, to ensure the quality of incoming materials and components.
• Represent the facility in dealings with external stakeholders related to quality and continuous improvement.
• Assist the Site leadership in driving a culture of quality excellence, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• This role will have supervisory responsibilities over the Quality Department, and it is expected that this individual will have previous experience leading successful teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Quality Management, Engineering, Business Administration) is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management within the printing, packaging or pharmaceutical industries, with a proven track record of improving quality standards and processes.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems).
• Prior experience managing direct reports and leading teams to drive quality improvements and standardization efforts.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical industry regulations, including cGMP, FDA, and international quality standards.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams, direct reports, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in quality management systems, data analysis tools, and software applications.
• QCBD Software Experience is a plus
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) are advantageous.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus

Why work with us? Take a look at all we have to offer!

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive and Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• Additional Benefits -- Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life, Accident and Critical Illness Coverage Plans
• Excellent 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution
• We pride ourselves in investing in our employees by offering onsite training and the ability to have unlimited growth
• potential within our organization
• We believe in rewarding our employees with performance-based salary increases