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Senior Buyer

PrideStaff
Chatsworth, CALIFORNIA, US
$35-$42 an hour
Temporary
Full-time

Senior Buyer

A leading global supplier of hardware and related components in aerospace is looking for a Senior Buyer with experience in Aerospace.

In this role, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating Long Term Agreements, and processing RFQs and purchase orders.

This role oversees other buyers and handles complex commodities, ensuring best pricing and delivery through strategic supplier relationships.

The company offers extensive benefits.

Location : Chatsworth, CA

Salary : $35.00 - 42.00 / hr (DOE)

This is a full time, temp-to-hire position

Schedule : In-office, Mon-Fri

Key Responsibilities :

  • Source and purchase quality products and materials.
  • Negotiate and manage Long Term Agreements with suppliers.
  • Oversee and approve work of other buyers.
  • Develop and monitor systems metrics and purchase orders.
  • Implement and manage new supplier agreements.
  • Conduct in-depth negotiations on pricing, delivery, and lead times.
  • Expedite MRP (Material Requisition Planning) processes daily.
  • Manage inventory and prevent obsolescence.
  • Resolve invoicing and receiving discrepancies.
  • Liaise between suppliers and internal departments.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts and departmental meetings.

Qualifications :

  • Education / Experience : High school diploma or equivalent; minimum 5 years in senior procurement or purchasing, with 5 years in aerospace fastener buying and 3 years in proposal development.
  • Knowledge : Market trends, advanced Excel and MS Office, ERP systems, supply chain management, and aerospace industry.
  • Skills : Expert negotiation, communication, leadership, presentation, and organization skills; strong understanding of MRP, forecasting, and inventory control.

Additional Requirements :

  • Ability to travel up to 15%.
  • Strong decision-making, data interpretation, and multitasking abilities.
  • Strategic thinking and market analysis skills.
  • Leadership and influence in high-pressure environments. Benefits (upon hiring) :
  • 401(k) matching : 100% of first 3% and 50% of next 2%
  • Health Insurance with employer paid coverage up to 80% for employee, 50% for dependents.
  • Dental (DHMO and DPPO)
  • Free Vision : EyeMed for all employees
  • Free Life Insurance equal to annual salary
  • Free Long Term Disability
  • Aflac supplemental Insurances
  • Life and buy-up additional life insurance options.
  • Paid time off (2 weeks / year)
  • 6 days paid sick time
  • 1 floating holiday
  • Monthly company events and activities. APPLY NOW

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to) : $35.00 - $42.00 Per Hour

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