Senior Staff Buyer — Strategic Procurement Leader

Slope; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Generous time off

Mental health resources

Professional development reimbursement

Relocation assistance, if eligible

Job summary

A defense technology company in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a highly motivated Staff Buyer for the Procurement team. In this role, you will manage supplier relationships, handle purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery of materials. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and over 12 years of supply chain experience. This position offers opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment, where your work will impact national security efforts.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of supply chain experience, including technical procurement.
• Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to relocate to Costa Mesa, CA if not already local.

Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and monitor performance.
• Quickly resolve supply chain disruptions and quality issues.
• Monitor and expedite orders to meet deadlines.
• Partner with teams to align procurement with goals.
• Track procurement KPIs and streamline processes.

Skills

Purchase Order Management

Supplier Coordination

Problem Solving

Organizational skills

Negotiation abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

A defense technology company in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a highly motivated Staff Buyer for the Procurement team. In this role, you will manage supplier relationships, handle purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery of materials. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and over 12 years of supply chain experience. This position offers opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment, where your work will impact national security efforts.