Buyer-St. Louis

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in St. Louis is seeking a Buyer for our completions purchasing team. You will procure aerospace parts and materials, manage supplier performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards to support interior aircraft fabrication.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and 2 years of procurement experience; a Master’s degree may offset experience. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Aviation experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration or related field is required.
• Master's degree may offset 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc. and ensures all applicable data is current at supplier .
• Solicits quotes, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules and ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions, and where appropriate, supports the establishment of long‑term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements .
• Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations, and ensures schedules are met .
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and cost .Ensure procurement activities comply with AS9100, ITAR, and other aerospace standards .
• Collaborate with internal departments including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance .
• Maintain accurate procurement records and support audits and reporting requirements .
• Assists in planning and reviewing the work of Procurement Spec, where appropriate.

Skills

Aviation experience

SAP

Corridor

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain

Master's degree optional

Tools

SAP

Corridor

Job description

Compensation range: $80000-$95000 At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Buyer-St. Louis in GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills

Compensation range: $80000-$95000 At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

The Buyer for this location will be supporting our completions purchasing team. This group purchases all the parts and materials that go into the interior of the aircraft.

Nice To Have Skills

• Aviation experience preferred, but not required.
• SAP/Corridor experience preferred, but not required.

Education And Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree in supply chain, business administration or related field required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 2 years Procurement, supply chain or related experience. Master's Degree may offset 2 years of experience.

Position Purpose Under limited supervision, executes procurement activities for aerospace parts, materials, and services. Ensures compliance with industry regulations and internal policies while supporting operational efficiency and supplier performance.

Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc. and ensures all applicable data is current at supplier .
• Solicits quotes, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules and ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions, and where appropriate, supports the establishment of long‑term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements .
• Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations, and ensures schedules are met .
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and cost .Ensure procurement activities comply with AS9100, ITAR, and other aerospace standards .
• Collaborate with internal departments including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance .
• Maintain accurate procurement records and support audits and reporting requirements .
• Assists in planning and reviewing the work of Procurement Spec, where appropriate.

Perform other duties as assigned.

A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer.This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

• Requisition Number: 237612
• Category: Purchasing
• Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
• Shift: First
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Posting End Date: 11/24/2026
• Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
• Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft