Purchasing Specialist / Buyer - Commodities & MRO

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, and Quality to support production schedules and material requirements.
• Source commodities, MRO items, and services in compliance with ISO 9001 / AS9100 and ITAR/export control requirements.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate supplier quotations to achieve best value in cost, quality, delivery, and risk.
• Issue, manage, and maintain purchase orders and supplier agreements per company and regulatory standards.
• Monitor supplier performance and expedite orders to prevent shortages or production disruptions.
• Review purchase order acknowledgements, supplier documentation, and invoices for accuracy and compliance.
• Resolve and document supplier issues, including non-conformances, shortages, late deliveries, and pricing discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate procurement records to support audits, traceability, and document control requirements.
• Support supplier qualification, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in physical inventory counts and maintain inventory accuracy within the ERP system.
• Perform other procurement-related duties as assigned based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Have a bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Have 3-5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Have experience working in regulated environments (ISO, AS, ITAR preferred).
• Have the ability to understand technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing terminology.
• Have experience negotiating pricing, lead times, and delivery commitments with suppliers.
• Have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Have experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Have understanding of procurement controls, documentation requirements, and audit readiness.
• Have the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Have strong communication skills with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Have APICS certifications (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) preferred.
• This position requires current work authorization in the country of employment; the employer is unable to provide or continue work authorization sponsorship for this role.

Benefits

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
• Tailored financial programs.
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits.
• Flexible working hours - adjusting your schedule during the day to support productivity and work-life balance.
• Eligibility to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k), plus additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to applicable benefit plans or policies.

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