Senior Buyer - Aerospace & Manufacturing Procurement Lead

AeroVironment, Inc.; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. in Moorpark, CA is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead procurement of services, supplies, and equipment. You will review requisitions, coordinate with manufacturing, planning and engineering, and process RFQ/RFPs to optimize inventory and cost.

The role emphasizes supplier development, contract negotiations, and adherence to FAR/DFAR regulations. Ideal candidates have 8–12 years of experience, a relevant degree or APICS/ISM certification, and strong ERP/MRP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting or APICS or ISM certification required.
• Certification for purchasing or supply chain professionals required.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with procurement processes in manufacturing/engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cost, schedule and scope of subcontracts; negotiate terms and pricing.
• Develop new supply sources when vendors are non-competitive.
• Manage supplier relationships to reduce costs and ensure on-time delivery.
• Write RFQ/RFP packages and negotiate terms.
• Collaborate with finance to resolve accounting discrepancies; support procurement projects.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost analysis

MRP/ERP

Education

Bachelor's degree / APICS or ISM certification

Tools

MS Office

Oracle

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. in Moorpark, CA is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead procurement of services, supplies, and equipment. You will review requisitions, coordinate with manufacturing, planning and engineering, and process RFQ/RFPs to optimize inventory and cost.

The role emphasizes supplier development, contract negotiations, and adherence to FAR/DFAR regulations. Ideal candidates have 8–12 years of experience, a relevant degree or APICS/ISM certification, and strong ERP/MRP proficiency.