Metallics Commodity Buyer

ST Engineering MRAS; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 63,500 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Health Flexible Spending Accounts

Free Onsite Gym

Immediate 401k vesting

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ST Engineering MRAS is seeking a Commodity Buyer to support metallics procurement functions. In this role, you will manage orders, define supplier strategies, and foster supplier relationships, ensuring optimal cost and quality.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive salary and benefits including medical coverage and 401k.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, and/or Sourcing.
• Must be a U.S. Person or fall within a recognized export control exception.
• Experience in the aerospace/manufacturing industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement life cycle of goods.
• Define and administer supplier strategies.
• Drive supplier recovery planning and execution.

Skills

Relationship management

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Oral and written communication

Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Sourcing

High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years relevant experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Who You Are And What You Can Become

As a Commodity Buyer, you will be a member of our metallics buying team, supporting all sheet metal and machined metal requirements as it relates to the direct procurement function.

Who We Are And Where We Are Going

At ST Engineering MRAS, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can‑do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say‑do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.

What You Will Do

• Manage the procurement life cycle of goods in support of our growing metallics requirements.
• Manage purchase order lifecycle, as it relates to the direct procurement of goods and outside process (OSP) repair orders, including bid list development, RFQ generation, quote analysis, down select negotiations, purchase order execution, and fulfillment / receipt of requirements.
• Define, present, and administer supplier strategy to ensure best overall value is obtained, including cost, delivery, and quality.
• Manage supplier relationships and obtain delivery status commitments, ensuring timely receipt and internal operational needs are met.
• Drive supplier recovery planning and execution, as necessary.
• Communicate and coordinate activities, as required, with cross‑functional groups including Program Management, Operations, Planning, Production Control, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Legal.
• Assist and support various sourcing initiatives and special projects, as required.
• Assist and develop continuous improvement / best practices initiatives.

What You Must Bring To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college with 1‑3 years of relatable experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, and/or Sourcing OR High School Diploma/ GED equivalent with 5+ years of relatable experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, and/or Sourcing.
• This position involves access to export‑controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A ‘U.S. Person,’ as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be a U.S. Person or fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization. If hired, you will be required to provide valid proof of such status.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience managing relationships with business customers.
• Recent experience in the aerospace/manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Critical thinker and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while managing various priorities.
• Experience and working knowledge with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Knowledge of aerospace components and/or various commodities, including composite raw materials, fasteners, metallics, and/or actuation systems.
• At least 1‑3 years of strategic Supply Chain, Purchasing, and/or Sourcing experience.

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role $63,500 to $93,000 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering – MRAS Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

Diversity & Inclusion

It takes diverse talent to solve real‑world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571‑771‑0101, or by email at [e-mail].