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Howmet Aerospace

. Review production schedules and work with Planning and Manufacturing to communicate Purchase Order priorities .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSimi Valley • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing production schedules, communicating effectively with cross-functional teams, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of orders. Proficient in utilizing MS Office applications and maintaining visibility on part shortages to support operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Purchasing ExperienceProduction SchedulingMS Office ProficiencyNegotiation SkillsAerospace Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Production SchedulingOrder Status TrackingSpreadsheet SkillsDatabase ManagementCustomer Communication

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingInterdepartmental CommunicationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS ExcelMS Word

Industry Keywords

Aerospace FastenersPurchase Order ManagementSupply Chain Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review production schedules and work with Planning and Manufacturing to communicate Purchase Order priorities
Follow up on special requests or work orders from Sales or Management and identify anticipated delays supporting the shipping plan
Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions by communicating with departments and customers
Review production schedules and report or record order status to identify production delays
Review, track, and monitor projected delivery timelines against customer promise dates
Prepare summary reports on order status for Sales, Customers, and Management
Maintain weekly visibility on part shortages
Negotiate with Howmet factories and customers regarding expedite fees and delivery date improvements
Contact third-party suppliers for Purchase Order delivery information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3 years of experience in Purchasing or related experience
High School Diploma
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Employment eligibility verification required at hire
Visa sponsorship is not available
Proficiency in MS Office applications such as Excel and Word
Intermediate spreadsheet, database, and other software application skills
Knowledge in sales or customer related roles in aerospace fasteners or related industry is preferred
Bachelor degree is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Excellent 401k matching program
Paid holidays and vacation
Competitive wages
Eligible for overtime