Procurement Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Ultimate Staffing Services; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Fullerton, CA, is seeking a Procurement Manager - Manufacturing Operations to lead sourcing of raw materials, components, and services for production. The ideal candidate will ensure on-time delivery, cost targets, and compliance with AS9100 and cybersecurity requirements.

You will manage POs in Epicor Vantage, assess supplier quotations, negotiate terms, monitor performance, and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Receiving to resolve issues and maintain

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years of experience in purchasing/procurement in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of CUI, DPASS, and cybersecurity compliance.
• Experience purchasing raw materials and finished goods in regulated environments.
• Strong ERP/MRP skills and ability to read technical specs and supplier docs.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, components, and services per production and customer needs.
• Use Epicor Vantage to manage MRP demand, inventory, lead times, and purchase orders.
• Issue and maintain POs with accurate pricing, quantities, and terms; expedite critical materials.
• Balance inventory to prevent excess stock, shortages, or obsolete materials.
• Ensure purchasing follows AS9100 Rev. D and company policies; document traceability and certifications.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, negotiate pricing and lead times; monitor supplier performance.

Skills

CUI knowledge

DPASS

Cybersecurity compliance

Negotiation

Tools

Epicor Vantage

Job description

Procurement Manager - Manufacturing Operations (JN -082026-429073) Fullerton, California

Salary: USD35 - USD40 per year

A leading manufacturing company seeks an experiencedPurchasing Agentto manage the procurement of raw materials, finished goods, components, supplies, and services to support production. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge ofCUI (Controlled Unclassified Information),DPASS, andcybersecurity standards, alongside proficiency in regulated purchasing processes,AS9100 Rev. D Quality Management System, and ERP/MRP systems likeEpicor Vantage.

This role ensures materials meet cost targets, are delivered on time, comply with quality standards, and include traceability/documentation requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement and Material Management:

• Procure raw materials, components, and services per production and customer needs.
• Use Epicor Vantage or similar systems to manage MRP demand, inventory, lead times, and purchase orders.
• Issue and maintain POs with accurate pricing, quantities, and delivery terms; proactively expedite critical materials.
• Balance inventory levels to prevent excess stock, shortages, or obsolete materials.

Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure purchasing followsAS9100 Rev. D standardsand company policies.
• Communicate traceability, certification, and quality requirements to suppliers.
• Manage and confirm receipt of necessary documentation, includingCertificates of Conformance, material certifications, and test reports.
• Collaborate with Quality to resolve issues such as nonconformance, missing documentation, and supplier corrective actions.
• Build and maintain reliable supplier relationships focusing on quality, cost, and delivery.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms.
• Identify alternate suppliers to mitigate risks for critical or single-source materials.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics, including on-time delivery and quality.
• Resolve issues such as shipment discrepancies, shortages, or damaged goods.

Technical & Materials Expertise:

• Procure technical materials, including rubber, elastomers, adhesives, engineered plastics, gasketing materials, and EMI shielding products.
• Review material specifications, drawings, and requirements; collaborate with Engineering or Quality for clarifications.

Cybersecurity & CUI Management:

• Adhere toCMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)standards and company cybersecurity policies.
• Safeguard and transmitCUI (Controlled Unclassified Information)according to protocols.
• Use approved systems for secure communication of purchase details with suppliers.
• Complete cybersecurity training and report potential data security issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Production:Ensure materials are available to avoid delays.
• Quality/Engineering:Address specification/documentation issues and supplier quality concerns.
• Customer Service:Provide accurate material availability and lead time information.
• Receiving/Accounting:Resolve shipment discrepancies, certifications, and invoice or PO issues.

Key Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in purchasing/procurement(preferably in manufacturing).
• Proven knowledge ofCUI,DPASS, and cybersecurity compliance.
• Expertise in purchasing raw materials and finished goods in regulated environments.
• Strong ERP/MRP skills, preferablyEpicor Vantage, and analytic abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, certificates, and supplier documentation.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working withAS9100 Rev. D-certifiedenvironments or in aerospace/defense industries.
• Familiarity with controlled materials (e.g., ASTM, MIL, AMS specifications).
• Knowledge of gasket materials, elastomers, adhesives, and EMI shielding products.
• Experience with certificates likeCoCs, lot traceability, and compliance documentation.