Purchase and Expediting Engineer

Overview & Responsibilities

• Deep knowledge of engineering/design principles.

Thorough knowledge of Elliott product specifications and features including design/manufacturing principles.

• Strong knowledge of operational processes in Elliott and knowledge of industry practice and standards.
• Understands company cost structure and how to develop full and accurate cost totals.

Strong understanding of project execution processes and standards.

• The job requires substantial contact with various departments within the company and suppliers.
• Position will require membership in internal Cross-Functional teams and Supplier Alliance Teams.
• May have contact with both internal and external customers in coordination meetings and other problem areas.

Strong negotiating and influencing skills are required as a leader and when making deals with suppliers.

• Works under limited direction with greater discretion in decision making.

Works on larger projects with more complex choices in commodities and terms.

• Bachelor degree in business or a related field, or equivalent in related work experience.

. 6 years of experience in purchasing.