Senior Indirect Buyer

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented CAPEX & Indirect Buyer to support procurement activities for a fast-paced aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing capital equipment purchases and indirect spend categories including machines, facilities, tooling, IT, professional services, and manufacturing support equipment.

What You’ll Do...

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for capital expenditures (CAPEX) and indirect materials/services
• Manage RFQs/RFPs, supplier selection, bid analysis, negotiations, and contract execution
• Procure manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation systems, facilities-related services, and indirect operational supplies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Facilities, Quality, Finance, and Program Management teams to support business objectives
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, service agreements, and long-term supply arrangements
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships to ensure performance in quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness
• Support capital project planning and procurement execution for facility expansions, production line improvements, and equipment upgrades
• Identify and execute cost reduction, process improvement, and supply chain risk mitigation initiatives
• Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, and sourcing documentation within ERP/MRP systems
• Support audits and documentation requirements related to AS9100, ISO standards, and government contracting compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 3–7+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or highly regulated industries
• Experience sourcing CAPEX equipment and indirect spend categories
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement analytics
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice to Have

• Experience in aerospace, defense, precision machining, additive, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience with long-term supply agreements and logistics