Ryde Technologies is looking for a Sr. Buyer/Procurement Specialist to support our client in Columbus, MS.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Select suppliers that provide the highest quality products with a history of on-time delivery and cost savings benefits.
• Negotiate best price and delivery on each item with the supplier.
• Track the actual purchase part spend versus the quoted price used in the program proposal.
• Utilize ERP data to develop Request for Quotes (RFQs) to select the best supplier for the project.
• Maintain current knowledge of purchasing trends and how they might impact manufacturing operations.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Utilizing long term agreements (LTA) where applicable.
• Knowledgeable with export controls and ITAR.
• Working within AS9100/ISO/Nadcap accredited company.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Certification by Institute of Supply Management (ISM) or similar preferred.
• Demonstrated work experience within a purchasing role in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace and defense.
• Knowledgeable of government procurement practices.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 U.S.C. §?6010