Buyer/Planner

The Structures Company; Urbana (OH); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Descripción de la vacante

The Structures Company is a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking qualified candidates for a Buyer/Planner role in Urbana, OH. You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance.

The position emphasizes strategic sourcing, record keeping, and collaboration with stakeholders to maintain a robust supply chain across engineering, IT, production, and

Formación

• U.S. Person required per ITAR regulations.
• 1–3 years experience in procurement and project management.
• Experience with procurement strategies and supplier management.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy aligning with organizational goals.
• Oversee and manage complex procurement projects from initiation to completion including supplier selection and contract management.
• Provide guidance to a team of procurement professionals for successful execution of procurement projects.
• Foster and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable supply chain.
• Ensure procurement activities adhere to regulations, compliance standards, and internal policies.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Project management

Analytical mindset

Data-driven

ITAR compliance

Educación

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Business or Supply Chain

Herramientas

Procurement software

Analytics tools

Descripción del empleo

JOB TITLE: Buyer/Planner

LOCATION: Urbana, OH

PAY RATE: $32/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)
• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
• Shift: 1st

Qualifying Questions

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary

Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy aligning with organizational goals for cost-effectiveness, quality, and supplier diversity. Oversee and manage complex procurement projects from initiation to completion including supplier selection, negotiations, contract management, and delivery. Provide guidance to a team of procurement professionals including buyers, purchasing agents, and coordinators for successful execution of procurement projects. Foster and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure a reliable and responsive supply chain. Ensure procurement activities adhere to relevant regulations, compliance standards, and internal policies with accurate record keeping. Establish and enforce quality control standards in procurement processes through regular inspections and performance assessments. Leverage technology solutions such as procurement software and analytics to enhance procurement processes, monitoring, and reporting. Manage and execute organization's procurement and purchasing activities at a strategic level. Ensure efficient procurement processes, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment within the procurement function. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• 1-3 years experience in procurement and project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex procurement projects.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management.
• Preferred: Bachelor's or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and data-driven mindset for procurement processes.

About Us

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

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