Buyer

What You'll Get to Do

• Evaluate supplier capabilities, pricing, delivery commitments, and performance to effectively source required materials.
• Maintain precise, real-time purchasing data within existing systems while supporting the team’s transition to scalable platforms that will enable the organization’s production growth.
• Ensure timely delivery of all materials to the organization.
• Manage and maintain strong business relationships with assigned suppliers.
• Oversee the RFQ process to obtain competitive bids and secure optimal pricing for goods and services.
• Partner closely with Engineering teams to fulfill procurement requirements and serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding order status.
• Provide timely updates to stakeholders on purchase order progress and anticipated delivery dates.
• Lead opportunities to negotiate terms with suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

What You Have

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a procurement role, including at least 3 years within the aerospace or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, including CNC milling, CNC turning, multi axis machining, complex assemblies, special processes, and associated inspection requirements.
• Experience sourcing tight tolerance, low volume/high mix, prototype, development, and production machined components.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications to verify supplier capability.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing, onboarding, and negotiating pricing with suppliers.
• Solid understanding of purchasing processes, with the ability to apply systematic thinking to manual workflow.
• Effective communication skills for conveying information verbally and in writing to colleagues, vendors, and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in environments with ambiguous or evolving requirements.

What Will Set You Apart

• Proficient in using MRP systems.
• Experience within aerospace, automotive, or other innovative manufacturing industries.
• Background in operating within rapid‑growth environments.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with AS9100 standards and U.S. export control requirements.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving capabilities, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment with competing deadlines.
• ASCM/APICS certifications (CPIM and/or CSCP)