Buyer

AeroFlow Technologies; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and personal time

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Valley Metals LLC, a division of AeroFlow Technologies, is seeking a Buyer to source, purchase, and manage procurement for raw materials, outside processing, and vendor-provided services to support aerospace manufacturing operations. You will issue POs, negotiate terms, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality and traceability.

The role collaborates with production planning, quality, and engineering to optimize supplier performance and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• 2 years in a Buyer/Purchasing role.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with ERP system, Sage 100 or Epicor is a plus.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing purchasing strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with AS9100, Nadcap, and customer-specific aerospace requirements.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems and purchasing workflows.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier-management skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to address supplier issues quickly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Manage procurement of outside services including NDT, Heat Treatment, machining, and other special processes required for aerospace components.
• Ensure all suppliers are approved per AS9100, Nadcap, customer, and internal quality requirements.
• Issue purchase orders, negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms, and ensure accurate documentation and traceability.
• Monitor supplier performance including on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness, and adherence to special process requirements.
• Coordinate with production planning to ensure outside services align with build timelines and customer delivery commitments.
• Resolve supplier-related issues such as delays, non-conformances, capacity constraints, or technical questions.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems, including PO status, lead times, receipts, and cost updates.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation, negotiation, and process optimization.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to qualify new suppliers, support audits, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.
• Track and expedite raw material and sub-contract parts at outside vendors to prevent production delays.
• Assist in developing long-term supplier relationships and strategic sourcing plans.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Negotiation

Supplier management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

Sage 100

Epicor

Job description

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Buyer

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

At Valley Metals LLC, a division of AeroFlow Technologies, we specialize in creating complex tube and duct assemblies using high-performance materials capable of withstanding extreme pressure, temperature, and chemical interactions. You can even find AeroFlow Technologies products aboard NASA’s Space Launch System and in the F-35 fighter jets. That’s the level of quality and innovation you’ll be part of when you join our team.

We are seeking a Buyer to source, purchase, and manage all purchasing activities related to raw materials, outside processing, and vendor‑provided services required to support manufacturing operations. This role ensures that purchase orders are issued to approved suppliers, meet quality standards, and are delivered on time to support production schedules. The Buyer works closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to maintain compliance, cost control, and supplier performance.

So, what will you be doing as a Buyer?

• Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Manage procurement of outside services including NDT, Heat Treatment, machining, and other special processes required for aerospace components.
• Ensure all suppliers are approved per AS9100, Nadcap, customer, and internal quality requirements.
• Issue purchase orders, negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms, and ensure accurate documentation and traceability.
• Monitor supplier performance including on‑time delivery, quality, responsiveness, and adherence to special process requirements.
• Coordinate with production planning to ensure outside services align with build timelines and customer delivery commitments.
• Resolve supplier‑related issues such as delays, non‑conformances, capacity constraints, or technical questions.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems, including PO status, lead times, receipts, and cost updates.
• Support cost‑reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation, negotiation, and process optimization.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to qualify new suppliers, support audits, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.
• Track and expedite raw material and sub-contract parts at outside vendors to prevent production delays.
• Assist in developing long‑term supplier relationships and strategic sourcing plans.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• 2 years in a Buyer/Purchasing role
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with ERP system, Sage 100 or Epicor is a plus.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing purchasing strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with AS9100, Nadcap, and customer‑specific aerospace requirements.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems and purchasing workflows.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier‑management skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to address supplier issues quickly and effectively.

Reasons You’ll Love It Here

We offer a full suite of employee benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community. We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development. Our Learning & Development team has put together in-house training on subjects like front‑line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others.

Our Commitment to You

We’re proud of the fact that we are strongly rooted in being an inclusive, people‑focused organization. Our company culture reflects values like integrity, ownership, and authenticity. We take these to heart, and if you do as well, you’ll fit right in.

AeroFlow Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Valley Metals LLC. will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

AeroFlow Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including status as a protected veteran or an individual with a disability.

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