Aerospace Procurement Specialist II

Albers Aerospace; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Albers Aerospace in Amarillo, Texas, seeks a Buyer II to independently manage procurement for production, programs, and services. You will build supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, ensure on-time support, and collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality to meet cost, quality, and delivery goals.

The role requires 3–5 years in procurement, aerospace/defense experience preferred, and ERP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing experience.
• Experience purchasing materials in a manufacturing, aerospace, or defense environment preferred.
• Experience using ERP systems such as Costpoint, Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective supplier and internal relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials, components, equipment, and services in support of production schedules, customer programs, and operational requirements.
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders while ensuring accuracy, pricing, delivery commitments, and compliance with company policies.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and standard terms and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively resolve delivery, quality, invoicing, or supply chain issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program Management to ensure procurement activities support program schedules and manufacturing priorities.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier records, and procurement documentation within the ERP system.
• Identify qualified suppliers and support supplier sourcing, evaluation, and onboarding activities.
• Participate in supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support cost reduction efforts through competitive sourcing, supplier negotiations, and value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable government regulations, including FAR/DFARS when applicable.
• Assist with proposal activities by obtaining supplier quotations, lead times, and cost information.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits by maintaining complete and accurate procurement documentation.
• Mentor Buyer I team members and provide guidance on procurement processes and best practices as appropriate.
• Assist with procurement reporting, spend analysis, and supplier performance metrics.
• Support implementation of process improvements and purchasing best practices.
• Cross-train within other Supply Chain functions as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support organizational objectives.

Job description

Albers Aerospace in Amarillo, Texas, seeks a Buyer II to independently manage procurement for production, programs, and services. You will build supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, ensure on-time support, and collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality to meet cost, quality, and delivery goals.

The role requires 3–5 years in procurement, aerospace/defense experience preferred, and ERP proficiency.