Purchasing Buyer - Aerospace Industry

PRECISE METAL PRODUCTS, LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Precise Metal Products, LLC is seeking an experienced Purchasing Buyer to join our team. You will manage purchasing activities, develop supplier relationships, and drive cost savings while ensuring materials meet quality and delivery requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation and procurement expertise, manufacturing experience, and the ability to align sourcing with production schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
• 5-8 years of purchasing, procurement, and/or material control experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of purchasing systems, procurement processes, and supply chain procedures.
• Knowledge of DAR and FAR regulations and requirements.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company's purchasing activities, serving as a key point of contact for supplier relationships, negotiations, contracts, and purchasing decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable service, competitive pricing, and consistent delivery performance.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure contractual obligations, quality expectations, and delivery commitments are met.
• Develop and issue requests for quotations (RFQs) and proposals, evaluate supplier responses, negotiate pricing and terms, and coordinate contract awards.
• Collaborate with internal departments, external customers, and suppliers to understand purchasing needs and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and manage procurement strategies that support cost savings, production schedules, quality standards, and timely material availability.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, reduce costs, negotiate favorable lead times, and strengthen the company's supply chain.
• Ensure purchasing decisions support the company's operational needs while maintaining appropriate contract terms and supplier agreements.
• Proactively address supplier challenges and work toward solutions that minimize disruptions to production and business operations.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Organizational

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated

Purchasing Buyer

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Purchasing Buyer to join our team! In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring our manufacturing operations have the materials, products, and services needed to operate efficiently and successfully.

The ideal candidate will bring strong procurement experience, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to develop and maintain productive supplier relationships. This individual will take ownership of purchasing activities, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and ensure materials are sourced competitively while meeting our quality, delivery, and production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the company's purchasing activities, serving as a key point of contact for supplier relationships, negotiations, contracts, and purchasing decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable service, competitive pricing, and consistent delivery performance.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure contractual obligations, quality expectations, and delivery commitments are met.
• Develop and issue requests for quotations (RFQs) and proposals, evaluate supplier responses, negotiate pricing and terms, and coordinate contract awards.
• Collaborate with internal departments, external customers, and suppliers to understand purchasing needs and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and manage procurement strategies that support cost savings, production schedules, quality standards, and timely material availability.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, reduce costs, negotiate favorable lead times, and strengthen the company's supply chain.
• Ensure purchasing decisions support the company's operational needs while maintaining appropriate contract terms and supplier agreements.
• Proactively address supplier challenges and work toward solutions that minimize disruptions to production and business operations.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5-8 years of purchasing, procurement, and/or material control experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of purchasing systems, procurement processes, and supply chain procedures.
• Knowledge of DAR and FAR regulations and requirements.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.

What We're Looking For

A proactive, detail-oriented purchasing professional who takes initiative, enjoys building supplier partnerships, and understands the importance of balancing cost, quality, and delivery. Someone who can think strategically, work independently, and contribute to the continued success of our manufacturing operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Precise Metal Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.