Senior Strategic Buyer — Global Sourcing & Negotiations

VideoRay; Moorpark (CA); Presencial; USD 111.000 - 189.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AeroVironment is seeking a Senior Buyer in California to lead procurement of services, supplies, and equipment. You will review requisitions and coordinate with manufacturing, planning, and engineering to secure inventory in a cost-effective, timely manner.

The role requires RFQ/RFP execution, strong supplier relations, and negotiation of terms for complex materials. Candidates should have extensive experience in manufacturing environments and knowledge of FAR/DFAR rules.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Business, or Accounting or APICS/ISM certification required
• Certification for purchasing or supply chain professionals required
• 8–12 years of relevant experience
• Experience with purchasing in manufacturing/engineering environments and knowledge of FAR/DFAR procurement rules
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel)

Responsabilidades

• Monitors cost, schedule and scope of subcontracts; negotiates terms and pricing
• Develops new supply sources to maintain competitiveness
• Manages supplier relationships to reduce costs and ensure on-time delivery
• Writes RFQ/RFP packages and negotiates terms
• Collaborates with finance to resolve accounting discrepancies and supports procurement projects
• Handles complex issues requiring in-depth analysis of factors
• Directs other personnel when needed (Team Lead)
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Negotiation

ERP systems

Supplier relation management

Cost analysis

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting or APICS or ISM certification

APICS or ISM certification

Herramientas

Oracle experience

MRP/ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

AeroVironment is seeking a Senior Buyer in California to lead procurement of services, supplies, and equipment. You will review requisitions and coordinate with manufacturing, planning, and engineering to secure inventory in a cost-effective, timely manner.

The role requires RFQ/RFP execution, strong supplier relations, and negotiation of terms for complex materials. Candidates should have extensive experience in manufacturing environments and knowledge of FAR/DFAR rules.