Buyer

Ideal Aerosmith is a leading supplier of precision inertial guidance test systems, flight motion simulators, and a premier provider of aerospace test engineering services, ATE system engineering, and quality contract manufacturing services to the aerospace industry. We're experts and we earn that title everyday with our customers through innovative engineering, manufacturing, and sustainment of world-class motion and electric test solutions and services.

Here, we don’t just solve complex problems - we redefine what’s possible. Every role at Ideal Aerosmith supports a lean culture through continuous improvement - ongoing, incremental enhancements to products, processes, or services aimed at reducing waste and boosting efficiency, customer service, and performance. With a team of skilled problem solvers and a culture that thrives on tackling challenges head-on, we are dedicated to our clients' success. Enjoy competitive benefits, a supportive work environment, and every other Friday off to recharge.

The Buyer plays an important role in the procurement process, sourcing high-quality materials, machine parts, and services essential to the organization’s operations. This position is responsible for establishing strong vendor relationships while collaborating closely with internal teams to identify needs, research options, and recommend purchases that meet specifications and deadlines. The Buyer’s expertise will ensure a smooth supply chain, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Select vendors based on vendor quality criteria, prices, specifications, and delivery dates.
• Execute purchasing process from solicitation of quotes to purchase order fulfillment.
• Accurately complete documentation such as purchase orders, RMA paperwork, etc.
• Communicate regularly with quality, manufacturing, and inventory control on material issues.
• Negotiate pricing, volume discounts and long-term contracts with selected vendors.
• Flow down contract requirements to vendor and ensure requirements are met.
• Maintain and establish new vendor relationships in various industries including mechanical parts, machine parts, electronics, and commodities.
• Initiate, lead, and implement process improvement activities for the department.
• Communications (particularly verbal) to drive quality, lead time, price, and other contract requirements.
• Establish corrective actions with vendors as needed to drive improvement.
• Work with engineering, sales and production to problem solve during design and purchasing process including obsolete parts.
• Provide sales/quoting with material quotes for customer quotation efforts.
• Participate in process improvements to address changing government and industry regulations.
• Comply with ISO procedures and suggest and execute improvement changes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• 2-year Associate Degree or equivalent experience with concentration in Production/Purchasing Management
• 3+ years’ experience in procurement type activities
• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Technical background particularly in machining parts and electronic components
• Microsoft Office and Internet knowledge required
• Project Management experience preferred
• Experience working with Conflict Minerals Reporting and Counterfeit Material Mitigation preferred
• To meet the requirements for government contract work and work in a restricted facility, candidates must adhere to specific criteria set by federal regulations. This includes: 1) a U.S. citizen (whether born or naturalized); 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or 3) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.

Skill Requirements

• Blueprint reading skills
• Attention to detail very important.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Experience in the use of computers.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Strong organization skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to lift and/or carry 45 lbs.
• Ability to work for extended periods at computer workstation/keyboard.
• The position will require walking, standing, squatting, crouching, stooping, lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, sitting, repetitive motion and kneeling.

Ideal Aerosmith is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to create a work environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where all employees feel respected and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to provide equal employment opportunities to everyone.