Senior Planner/Buyer

Moog Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Moog Inc. seeks a Sr. Planner/Buyer in Santa Barbara, CA, with a hybrid work setup. You will lead procurement strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and manage materials to support our Turreted Weapon Systems unit within the Defense Division.

Required are 5+ years in procurement, a related degree (MBA preferred), and strong experience with SAP/Ariba and MRP. This role drives supplier relationships and total cost optimization across global supply chains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, engineering, finance, technical background or related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive procurement experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• 2-5 years’ experience in a sourcing organization or relevant business/commercial experience.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint, MS Office Proficiency, MRP, SAP, Ariba; Experience implementing SAP systems a plus.
• Established Procurement skillset to include sourcing indirect categories, negotiation, strategy development and execution, contract development, financial analysis, market analysis, supplier diversity and management.
• Demonstrated experience identifying and developing procurement tools and reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for assigned categories.
• Develop and maintain professional and productive relationships with internal customers, stakeholders, and external suppliers.
• Lead vendor negotiations related to price, quality, specifications, and delivery to meet project requirements; ensure timely supplier delivery.
• Conduct global market research to identify potential new suppliers and products; lead cross-functional team to qualify and optimize the supply base.
• Execute RFQs for designated categories to determine supplier capabilities, risks, pricing, and services focusing on total cost of ownership.
• Source domestically and internationally the procurement of direct and indirect materials to support manufacturing needs.
• Maintain internal records and system data fields for purchasing lead times, inventory accuracy, and supplier performance data.
• Comply with all SOX requirements and approved processes and procedures.
• Review MRP requirements and inventory on hand balances to ensure material availability; use ERP to manage inventory requirements.
• Review and understand drawings, material specifications and engineering specifications.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Excel

PowerPoint

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, engineering, finance, technical background or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Ariba

MRP

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Senior Planner/Buyer

Reporting To

Manager, Materials - SDG

Work Schedule

Hybrid – Santa Barbara, CA

Overall

Moog, Inc. is a global leader in motion control across land, sea air and space, pioneering advanced solutions to drive cutting edge innovation for our valued customers.

Moog Military Aircraft LLC. is seeking a Sr. Planner/Buyer for our Turreted Weapon Systems Business Unit, Defense Division.

As our Sr. Planner/Buyer, you will make critical contributions by holding responsibility for:

• Managing the development and execution of procurement strategies for assigned category strategies
• Develop and maintain professional and productive relationships with both internal customers and stakeholders of all Operating Groups and external suppliers
• In collaboration with our Legal team, conduct vendor negotiations related to material and services including price, quality, specifications, and delivery to meet project requirement; ensure that supplier delivery schedules and quality are maintained at a level necessary to support timelines
• Conduct global market research to identify potential new suppliers and products; lead cross functional team to qualify and also seek opportunities to optimize the supply base, where applicable
• Execute RFQ’s for designated categories to determine supplier capabilities, risks, pricing, and services focusing on total cost of ownership
• Source domestically and internationally the procurement of direct and indirect materials to support manufacturing needs.
• Maintain internal records and system data fields for Purchasing lead times, inventory accuracy, and supplier performance data, etc.
• Comply with all SOX requirements and approved processes and procedures
• Review MRP requirements and inventory on hand balances to ensure material availability. You will also use ERP computer system to manage inventory requirements.
• Review and understand drawings, material specifications and engineering specifications.

To be considered for this Sr. Planner/Buyer role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, engineering, finance, technical background or related field of study is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive procurement experience (usually post education) in the field of manufacturing or engineering
• 2-5 years’ experience in a sourcing organization or relevant business/commercial experience
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint, MS Office Proficiency, MRP, SAP, Ariba; Experience implementing SAP systems a plus
• Established Procurement skillset to include sourcing indirect categories, negotiation, strategy development and execution, contract development, financial analysis, market analysis, supplier diversity and management
• Demonstrated experience identifying and developing procurement tools and reports
• Proven ability to utilize various industry information and benchmarking, draw upon knowledge and researching data utilizing internal and external sources of the global markets, interpret key stakeholder requirements, and leverage actionable data analytics in evaluating strategies, developing options, and executing tactics to deliver sustainable sourcing solutions

It Would Be Great If You Also Had

• MBA preferred
• Project/Program Management experience
• Certification in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Program Management
• Knowledge of procurement and contractual law is preferred
• ISM-CPM/CPSM certified, APICs-CPIM, preferred

In return, we care for you by providing incredible “work perks” including:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.

Salary Range Transparency

Santa Barbara, CA $115,000.00–$148,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.