Aerospace Purchasing Specialist

EAM Worldwide; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Aero Marine, Inc. (EAM WORLDWIDE) in Florida is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support the Purchasing Department by processing purchase orders, maintaining procurement records, and expediting deliveries to ensure on-time manufacturing.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager and collaborating with Receiving, Inventory, Production, Engineering and Quality, you will maintain supplier files, generate reports, and help improve purchasing processes while complying with FAA regulations and AS9100

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FAA, AS9100, and ITAR shipping regulations.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (Quantum, SAP) and Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with Windows apps (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Understanding of manufacturing material flow and inventory control.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
• Associate degree in Supply Chain or related field; 3+ years in purchasing/procurement.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Buyer with daily purchasing activities and supplier management.
• Create and issue purchase orders in the Quantum ERP system based on demand and production needs.
• Review POs and verify pricing, quantities, delivery dates, terms and part numbers.
• Update purchase orders with supplier confirmations and maintain procurement records.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers for on-time deliveries.
• Communicate supplier delays or shortages and recommend alternatives.
• Coordinate with Receiving to resolve discrepancies in shipments and documentation.
• Work with Inventory and Production to identify shortages and prioritize procurement.
• Assist Engineering and Quality with supplier documentation, certificates of conformity, and specs.
• Maintain supplier files, pricing, lead times, and purchasing documentation.
• Generate purchasing reports and provide updates on open orders and supplier performance.
• Support supplier onboarding and vendor records.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and support continuous improvement.

Skills

FAA regulations

AS9100

ITAR shipping

Communication

Inventory control

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Quantum ERP

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Eastern Aero Marine, Inc. (EAM WORLDWIDE) in Florida is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support the Purchasing Department by processing purchase orders, maintaining procurement records, and expediting deliveries to ensure on-time manufacturing.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager and collaborating with Receiving, Inventory, Production, Engineering and Quality, you will maintain supplier files, generate reports, and help improve purchasing processes while complying with FAA regulations and AS9100