Aerospace Buyer/Planner - Onsite in Tustin, CA

dwtusa; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Design West Technologies Inc. (DWT) in Tustin, CA is seeking a Buyer/Planner to join onsite. You will source materials, plan and manage POs to ensure on-time delivery, monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and support budgeting and cost-saving efforts.

This role requires at least 3+ years in a manufacturing setting, ERP/MRP proficiency, and strong planning and organizational skills. Bachelor’s degree in a related field and MS Office proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or technical discipline preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Excel and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ENG, Manufacturing, QA, and Warehouse activities for new product introductions and BOM changes.
• Plan and control material flow by managing purchase orders and work orders per MRP and demand changes.
• Ensure purchase orders comply with technical specs and documentation (CoC, MTRs, packing slips, invoices).
• Monitor PO aging, OTD performance, and supplier metrics; negotiate pricing to reduce costs.
• Collaborate with Accounting on sales order docs, progress billing, and accounts payable discrepancies.
• Qualify and maintain approved suppliers and update SCM procedures to improve efficiency.

Skills

ERP/MRP

Planning & organization

Critical thinking

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Design West Technologies Inc. (DWT) in Tustin, CA is seeking a Buyer/Planner to join onsite. You will source materials, plan and manage POs to ensure on-time delivery, monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and support budgeting and cost-saving efforts.

This role requires at least 3+ years in a manufacturing setting, ERP/MRP proficiency, and strong planning and organizational skills. Bachelor’s degree in a related field and MS Office proficiency are preferred.