YOUR DAY TO DAY:
This position requires strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
The Senior Buyer is responsible for managing complex procurement and strategic sourcing activities in support of aerospace and defense manufacturing operations. This role oversees the acquisition of materials, components, and services while ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements, quality standards, delivery schedules, and program objectives.
The Senior Buyer works closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Quality, Planning, and Program Management to support supplier performance, cost reduction initiatives, risk mitigation, and production continuity.
YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:
- Manage purchase orders for critical commodities, services, and complex procurements while focusing on supplier performance, risk mitigation, and cost reduction.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Program Management teams to resolve supplier-related issues, including lead time, quality, and technical concerns.
- Support supplier performance management activities, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and execute procurement and sourcing strategies, including supplier selection, market analysis, pricing evaluation, and product availability assessments.
- Process and manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, RFQs, and purchase order revisions in accordance with company policies and operational requirements.
- Conduct cost and price analysis and negotiate pricing, delivery, quality, and contractual terms to ensure best overall value.
- Monitor supplier performance to ensure alignment with cost, schedule, quality, and operational objectives.
- Identify cost savings opportunities, alternative sourcing strategies, and supply chain process improvements.
- Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support business and operational goals.
- Conduct supplier site visits and audits as required.
- Perform other duties as needed and assigned.
YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:
- Bachelor's Degree - preferred in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
- Master's degree a plus.
- Strong knowledge of procurement, supply chain management, sourcing strategies, and assigned commodities within a complex manufacturing environment.
- Ability to manage complex procurements, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and support cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
- Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS requirements, government contracting regulations, contractual flow-downs, and procurement compliance requirements.
- Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and their application within procurement and supply chain operations.
- Effective communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Ability to identify risks, drive supplier performance improvements, and support cost reduction initiatives.
- Professional experience within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other regulated industries.
- This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a "U.S. Person" as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Salary Range $71,000 - $110,000 / year
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:We recognize and appreciate that our employees are our most important asset. We invest in employee wellbeing by offering a wide range of comprehensive benefits to help you achieve your best physical and emotional health for yourself and your family.
Employee Health & Wellness Benefits- Medical, vision and dental insurance
- Disability insurances
- Life insurance and AD&D
- Employee assistance programs
- Workplace accommodations
Financial Benefits- Competitive compensation
- Annual performance and salary reviews
- Generous retirement savings plans with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible work schedules
- Educational reimbursement
- Tax savings accounts
- Employee referral bonuses
- And more!
* Please note that while our philosophy is the same in all locations, benefits may vary by office/country
