Senior Buyer

FPC of Savannah; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FPC of Savannah in Mississippi seeks a Senior Buyer to lead sourcing and supplier management in a highly regulated aerospace/defense environment. You will drive strategic purchasing, cost optimization, and supplier performance while ensuring full compliance with industry standards.

This role requires 5+ years of procurement experience, strong negotiation and supplier management skills, and deep knowledge of industry standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement experience in aerospace/defense.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Deep understanding of applicable industry standards."
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and supplier qualification
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and supplier terms
• Manage RFQs, POs, order tracking, and inventory levels
• Partner closely with Engineering, Quality & Production
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and export/import requirements
• Drive cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor junior team members

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Regulated Industry

Job description

Now Hiring: Senior Buyer – Regulated Industry| Full-Time

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Buyer to lead sourcing and supplier management in a highly regulated environment. This role will drive strategic purchasing, cost optimization, and supplier performance while ensuring full compliance with industry standards.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead strategic sourcing and supplier qualification
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and supplier terms
• Manage RFQs, POs, order tracking, and inventory levels
• Partner closely with Engineering, Quality & Production
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and export/import requirements
• Drive cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor junior team members

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of procurement experience in aerospace/defense
• Strong negotiation and supplier management experience
• Deep understanding of applicable industry standards
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills