Buyer

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Buyer to join a dynamic supply chain team supporting a high-performance manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in managing supplier relationships, driving cost efficiency, and ensuring material availability to support production and customer commitments. This is a fully on-site position.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supplier engagement, including supplier selection, RFQ/RFP processes, and negotiation of cost, delivery schedules, and lead times
• Own procurement activities for assigned commodities or programs, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and delivery objectives
• Lead supplier performance management, including PO execution, change management, and ongoing supplier accountability
• Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, operations, engineering, quality, and program management teams to meet business objectives
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to monitor demand signals, identify risks, and proactively mitigate supply chain disruptions
• Drive supplier performance improvements through regular scorecards, quarterly business reviews, and corrective action plans
• Analyze MRP exception messages, PO status, and action reports to ensure continuity of supply
• Identify and qualify alternate or secondary suppliers, including solutions for obsolete components
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data within ERP systems
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and operational procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to cost reduction, inventory optimization, and supplier consolidation
• Handle hazardous materials in accordance with safety and environmental guidelines
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• Solid understanding of buying to support the aerospace and defense industries
• Strong understanding of supplier management and procurement processes
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and process flow diagrams
• Well-versed in using Microsoft Excel daily
• Ability to work on-site in Huntsville, AR

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent achievement of cost reduction targets and budget adherence
• Improved supplier performance across delivery, quality, and lead time metrics
• High level of data accuracy and system integrity
• Strong cross-functional collaboration resulting in seamless operations and customer satisfaction