Procurement Analyst
Salient Motion · Torrance, CA · 2 wk ago
On-siteSupply Chain$60k–$80k/yrFull-time
About the role
We are looking for a detail oriented Procurement Analyst to support purchasing, supplier coordination, and supply chain data accuracy across our hardware programs. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is highly organized, strong in Excel, comfortable working with data, and excited to build experience in a fast moving aerospace and defense manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Issue purchase orders
- Collect supplier quotes
- Track open orders
- Maintain accurate supplier and pricing data
- Build reports to help the team make better purchasing and planning decisions
- Work closely with engineering, production, finance, and operations to ensure materials are available when needed
Requirements
- 1+ plus years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, operations, data analysis, or a similar role
- Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, lookups, data cleanup, and reporting
- High attention to detail and strong follow through
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work across engineering, production, finance, and suppliers
- Comfort working in a fast paced startup building hardware for Aerospace and Defense related projects
- U.S citizen or GC/EAD
Nice to have
- Technical/Engineering background
- Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, Epicor, or similar
- Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, hardware, or another complex product environment
- Experience with purchase orders, supplier quotes, lead times, inventory data, and basic procurement workflows
- Exposure to BOMs, PLM systems, or engineering driven product development
- Awareness of AS9100, ITAR/EAR, or regulated manufacturing environments
What we have to offer
- Competitive compensation: $60,000 to $80,000 base salary + equity
- Exceptional healthcare benefits — Medical is 100% covered by the company
- Life Insurance (2x Salary) 100% covered by the company
- Flexible PTO, 401K, Financial Wellness Resources, and more