Senior Technical Buyer

Piasecki Aircraft Corporation; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Piasecki Aircraft Corporation is seeking a Senior Technical Buyer to source and procure technical components for aerospace engineering, prototype, and production programs. You will lead supplier selection, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with engineering to optimize RFQs and manufacturability.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace procurement, AS9100 knowledge, and strong analytical skills. You will manage AVL, interpret drawings, and drive supplier performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Supply Chain Management preferred, or BS in Engineering/Operations Management or equivalent.
• 5+ years of aerospace technical procurement experience.
• Quality Assurance experience (AS9100).
• Proven track record in leading major procurement exercises including inviting/selecting suppliers and managing purchase contracts.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and writing skills.
• ERP and MRP experience.
• KPI definition and tracking.
• Computer literacy with MS Office: Word, Excel, Access, Project, PowerPoint.
• Must meet U.S. Government Export Control requirements, including U.S. Person status.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure technical components, systems, materials and services for aerospace programs.
• Lead RFQs, supplier selection, and contract negotiation.
• Expand and manage Approved Vendor List (AVL).
• Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Partner with engineering to improve RFQ quality and manufacturability.
• Support prototype and production programs.
• Coordinate sourcing for engineering changes and releases.
• Mitigate delays and track long lead time items for on-time delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Writing skills

Negotiation

Education

BS in Supply Chain Management

BS in Engineering/Operations Management

Equivalent business experience

Tools

ERP

MRP

MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Project, PowerPoint)

Job description

The Senior Technical Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring technical components and services in support of engineering, prototype, and production programs. The role combines hands-on purchasing with supplier selection and contract negotiations with supplier development, cost optimization, and continuous improvement of supply chain processes.

Specific duties include:

• Source and procure technical components, systems, materials and services, e.g. raw materials, gear box parts and housings, avionics equipment, aircraft engines, test equipment etc.
• Lead RFQs, supplier selection, and contract negotiation
• Expand and manage Approved Vendor List (AVL)
• Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs
• Partner with engineering to improve RFQ quality and manufacturability
• Support prototype and production programs
• Coordinate sourcing for engineering changes and releases
• Mitigate delays and track long lead time items for on time delivery

3. Supply Chain Improvement

• Drive cost reduction and lead-time improvements
• Improve procurement processes, RFQs, and supplier onboarding
• Support ERP/MRP data accuracy and process efficiency
• Contribute to supply chain strategy and scalability
• Monitor and improve supplier performance
• Support qualification of new suppliers
• Manage continuous improvement and supplier evaluations (audits)

Experience

• BS, Supply Chain Management, preferred, or BS in Engineering or in Operations Management or equivalent business experience.
• 5+ years of aerospace technical procurement experience
• Quality Assurance Experience (knowledge of AS9100 Quality Standard)
• A strong proven track-record in leading major procurement exercises including inviting/selecting suppliers, managing purchase contracts; purchase contract development work and developing suppliers.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and writing skills
• ERP and MRP experience.
• KPI definition and tracking.
• Computer literacy using Microsoft Office products, such as, Word, Excel, Access, Project and PowerPoint.
• Must meet U.S. Government Export Control requirements, including U.S. Person status as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15.