Senior Buyer

Adecco; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is searching for a Senior Buyer to join a leading aerospace manufacturer in Ventura County, CA. This role focuses on procurement for complex components, requiring strong negotiation skills and a background in regulated environments. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing or materials management.
• Strong ERP experience required.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for specialized materials, equipment, and services.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to support program needs.
• Maintain compliance with procurement and quality standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Procurement Management

Supplier Development

Education

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

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

We're working with an established aerospace manufacturer in Ventura County, CA seeking a skilled Senior Buyer to join their growing supply chain team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional experienced in complex components and regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead procurement activities for specialized materials, equipment, and services
• Negotiate contracts to secure competitive pricing, quality, and on-time delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, quality) to support program needs
• Proactively manage material shortages and supplier performance
• Source and develop new suppliers while managing cost and risk
• Support internal stakeholders with accurate lead times, pricing, and supply chain data
• Maintain compliance with all applicable procurement and quality standards (ISO/AS9100)

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred — equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing or materials management
• Strong ERP experience (any system)
• Background in machined or electronic components (preferred)
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO standards (preferred)
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency (required for export control compliance)

Location: Onsite in Camarillo, CA

Travel: Minimal – ~1x/month based on supplier location

Compensation: Competitive base + benefits (exact salary info shared during screening)

If you're a strategic buyer with a background in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain and Engineering

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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