Indirect Materials Buyer & Planner (Contract-to-Hire)

The Mice Groups, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 75,768; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Life insurance

Employee development program

Three weeks paid vacation

12 paid holidays

Unlimited sick time

Paid parental leave

Job summary

An Aerospace startup is seeking a Buyer / Planner for a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity in California. This role involves managing indirect materials and services vital to manufacturing operations. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of purchasing experience, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. The position also offers competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits once converted to full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or indirect sourcing.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and manage indirect materials and services required to support manufacturing and business operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and plan purchases to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Work closely with internal teams to forecast demand and coordinate procurement activities.

Skills

Indirect purchasing

Inventory planning

ERP systems

Proactive communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Docs

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

An Aerospace startup is seeking a Buyer / Planner for a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity in California. This role involves managing indirect materials and services vital to manufacturing operations. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of purchasing experience, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. The position also offers competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits once converted to full-time employment.