Buyer II

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, additive and subtractive manufacturing components, services, and equipment needed for manufacturing.
• Proactively monitor and communicate with Supply Chain leadership and internal customers on the status of open purchase orders and delivery timelines.
• Negotiate favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with new and existing suppliers.
• Support and help drive oversight of the supplier management system, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulations (ITAR/EAR, FAR/DFAR).
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure prompt deliveries and optimal pricing.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on supplier performance metrics, delivery commitments, and corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Engineering, Material Control, Quality, Finance, to meet project and production timelines.
• Coordinate and support supplier non-disclosure agreement creation and processing.
• Resolve any issues related to price discrepancies, delayed shipments, or damaged goods.
• Identify and implement cost savings opportunities and alternative suppliers.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment (aerospace experience is a plus).
• Proficiency in hardware-centered production environment.
• Project management knowledge.
• Experience working in the Federal Government regulatory environment (i.e. understands FAR and DFAR procurement requirements and how they impact suppliers).
• Familiarity with modern ERP systems (experience with Odoo is a plus).

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO – Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
• Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
• Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
• EAP Program
• Retail Savings Plan – 401k with Company Match
• Equity Grants in the Company