Director of Purchasing

Precision Advanced Manufacturing Inc; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Advanced Machining is seeking a Director of Procurement to own the supply chain strategy for a precision aerospace and defense manufacturer. This is a hands-on leadership role—you'll negotiate long-term agreements with raw material suppliers, manage risk in a tight metals market, and build out a procurement function that can scale with growth and support AS9100/ITAR compliance requirements.

Own end-to-end procurement strategy for materials, outside processing, tooling and MRO; lead

Qualifications

• 8+ years in procurement/supply chain with leadership experience.
• Experience in aerospace/defense or regulated manufacturing.
• Direct LTAs negotiation and metals/raw materials supply chains.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ITAR/EAR, and DFARS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end procurement strategy for materials, tooling, and MRO.
• Negotiate LTAs with strategic suppliers for pricing and supply continuity.
• Lead supplier qualification, approval and performance management.
• Manage supplier risk in single-source and constrained markets.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality on part introductions and make/buy decisions.
• Drive cost reduction while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
• Build and mentor a team of buyers/planners and establish KPIs.
• Oversee inventory strategy across raw, WIP, and finished goods.
• Coordinate with Finance on cost forecasting and supplier terms.
• Ensure DFARS, ITAR, and government contracting compliance.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Aerospace/Defense experience

LTAs negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

CPSM/CPM certification

Tools

Epicor

IQMS/DELMIAworks

Global Shop

Job description

Precision Advanced Machining is an ISO 9001, AS9100D, and ITAR-certified manufacturer that integrates abrasive waterjet, fiber-laser, and multi-axis CNC technologies under one disciplined quality system. Its mission is to deliver predictable, high-tolerance parts for aerospace, defense, energy, and industrial programs. Each job starts with a rapid, accurate quote and a written confirmation that locks scope, cost, and delivery, setting clear expectations from the outset.

The Role

We're looking for a Director of Procurement to own the supply chain strategy for a precision machining manufacturer serving aerospace and defense customers. This is a hands-on leadership role — you'll be negotiating long-term agreements with raw material suppliers, managing risk in a tight metals market, and building out a procurement function that can scale with growth and support AS9100/ITAR compliance requirements.

What You'll Do

• Own end-to-end procurement strategy for raw materials (titanium, aluminum, nickel alloys, steel), outside processing (heat treat, plating, NDT), tooling, and MRO
• Negotiate and manage Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) with strategic suppliers to secure pricing and supply continuity in volatile metals markets
• Lead supplier qualification, approval, and performance management in accordance with AS9100 and customer flow-down requirements (NADCAP, ITAR/EAR where applicable)
• Manage supplier risk across single-source and sole-source relationships common in A&D supply chains
• Partner with Engineering and Quality on new part introduction, source selection, and make/buy decisions
• Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or delivery in a highly regulated environment
• Build and mentor a team of buyers/planners; establish procurement processes, KPIs, and reporting
• Manage inventory strategy across raw, WIP, and finished goods to support on-time delivery targets
• Collaborate with Finance on cost forecasting, budget variance, and supplier payment terms
• Ensure compliance with DFARS, ITAR, and other government contracting requirements as applicable

What You Bring

• 8+ years in procurement/supply chain, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or another highly regulated precision manufacturing environment (medical device, semi-cap also relevant)
• Direct experience negotiating LTAs and managing metals/raw material supply chains
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ITAR/EAR, and DFARS compliance requirements
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor, IQMS/DELMIAworks, Global Shop, or similar)
• Strong negotiation skills and comfort managing supplier relationships in a constrained supply environment
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience); CPSM/CPM a plus

Competitive compensation package, starting at $140,000.