Buyer

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Buyer Needed For Leading Manufacturing Company

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Salary: $70,000 - $100,000 per year


A bit about us:

My client is a leading manufacturing company who is experiencing growth! They are looking to add a Buyer to their team who is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of materials, components, and services in support of aerospace and defense manufacturing programs.


Why join us?

Compensation Up To $100,000 Per Year

• Opportunity For Growth
• Great Benefits
  
  
  

• Procurement Execution: Source, negotiate, and procure materials, components, and services in accordance with approved requisitions, engineering specifications, and contractual terms.
• Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers to support company programs. Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Negotiation & Cost Management: Lead commercial negotiations, establish long-term agreements, and achieve cost reduction targets through strategic sourcing and supplier consolidation.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all purchasing activity adheres to company policies, government regulations (FAR/DFARS, ITAR, EAR), and customer flow-down requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to resolve material or supplier issues and support new product introductions.
• Data & Systems Management: Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage purchase orders, forecasts, and supplier schedules. Maintain accurate procurement data and track key performance metrics.
  

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of progressive purchasing experience in an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge: Understanding of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and government contracting principles.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and supplier quality management systems.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor).
• Skills: Proven negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.