Buyer II
Heart Aerospace · Los Angeles, CA · 3 mo ago
On-sitePurchasing$75k–$95k/yrFull-time
Key responsibilities
- Source and procure electrical, mechanical, fasteners, and COTS components to support production and engineering requirements.
- Issue purchase orders and manage the full order lifecycle from placement through delivery.
- Evaluate supplier quotes and negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms.
- Establish and onboard vendors in accounts payable systems; develop and maintain an approved vendor list; support supplier audits and site visits.
- Monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery, quality compliance, and cost targets are met.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to ensure parts meet specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate procurement and supplier data within ERP/MRP systems.
- Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support business needs and scalability.
- Resolve supply chain issues including shortages, delays, and quality concerns.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and aerospace regulations.
Skills & Requirements
- You'll Bring These Qualifications for the Buyer position:
- - 2+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience, preferably in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
- - Familiarity with technical components (electrical, mechanical, fasteners, COTS).
- - Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
- - Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- - Attention to detail and accuracy.
- - Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- - Strong supplier relationship management.
- - Cost awareness(budget) and analytical thinking.
- These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
- - Bachelors Degree
- - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- - Knowledge of aerospace standards and regulations (e.g., AS9100)
Additional Requirements
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
- Regularly required to sit and stand for potentially long periods.
- Must be able to lift at least minimum 30-50 lbs.
- Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.
Pay
Base Pay Range: $75,000 - $95,000 USD.