Senior Buyer

Position Overview

Location: Anaheim, CA (On-site)
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Pay: $72,000 - $109,000 per year

What You’ll Do

• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers that meet aerospace industry standards.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with vendors while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality, schedule, and contractual obligations.
• Address and resolve supplier issues related to delivery delays, non-conforming materials, and pricing discrepancies.
• Collaborate with suppliers to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage purchase orders, inventory levels, and lead times to support production schedules and minimize excess inventory.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements in the procurement cycle.
• Analyze market trends and supplier pricing to drive competitive procurement strategies.
• Ensure all purchases comply with aerospace industry regulations, including AS9100, FAA, ITAR, and FAR/DFAR requirements.
• Partner with engineering, production, and quality teams to align procurement strategies with project needs.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by sourcing materials and components that meet technical requirements.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to address procurement challenges and ensure alignment with company objectives.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered).
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace materials, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) for procurement and inventory management.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation, supplier management, and cost analysis.
• Understanding of ITAR, FAR/DFAR, and AS9100 compliance.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.