Los Alamitos, CA, 90721, USA
6 days ago
Senior Buyer (Aerospace)
**Senior Buyer – Aerospace Manufacturing** We are seeking a **Senior Buyer** to join our team! This role is responsible for procuring materials, components, and sub-assemblies at optimal cost while ensuring quality and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience negotiating with suppliers, managing inventory levels, and supporting cost reduction initiatives in a **manufacturing or aerospace environment** . **Key Responsibilities:** + Evaluate prices, specifications, and delivery dates; award bids and place orders with suppliers. + Prepare purchasing documentation and verify specifications of purchasing requisitions. + Develop expertise in commodities procurement related to **aerospace** products and components. + Implement continuous replenishment strategies with assigned suppliers. + Support supplier rationalization plans and transitions to new/existing suppliers. + Negotiate and execute commercial agreements to optimize total costs and mitigate risks. + Lead and support cost reduction projects and process improvement initiatives. + Maintain and update purchase orders in **MRP/ERP systems** to align with design and delivery requirements. + Balance current and future demand requirements with supplier capabilities to ensure on-time delivery. + Analyze supply chain data and recommend actions for optimal execution. + Evaluate and improve supplier performance in quality, cost, and timing. + Work closely with vendors to enhance delivery, quality, and pricing performance. + Ensure compliance with **safety, purchasing, and quality system requirements (AS9100, ISO-9001).** **Qualifications:** **Must-Haves:** + Bachelor’s degree in **Business, Engineering, or a related field** (or equivalent experience). + **3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.** + Strong knowledge of **procurement strategies, supplier management, and negotiation techniques.** + Ability to analyze data and prepare supplier performance reports. + Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams. + Proficiency in **ERP/MRP software** and general computer applications. + Understanding of **FAR/DFAR U.S. Government procurement procedures.** **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience in **Supply Chain Management.** + **CPSM, CPM, APICS, or ISM certification.** + Knowledge of **lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement techniques.** + Experience deploying electronic data interchange procurement methods. **Compensation:** **Salary Range:** $85,000 - $95,000 per year This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced **Senior Buyer** to contribute to a dynamic team within a growing aerospace manufacturing environment. Apply today! Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. _Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit_ _http://www.adeccousa.com/candidate-privacy/_ _. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records._ **Pay Details:** $85,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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