Space & Defense Procurement Specialist

Amro-A-Division-of-Karman-Space-; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense in Brea, CA seeks a full-time Buyer to source, evaluate, and manage suppliers for program and production needs. You will negotiate pricing and terms, monitor supplier performance, and maintain procurement records to ensure products arrive on time and at the right cost.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, finance, and quality teams while upholding company policies and procurement standards in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build effective supplier relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing procurement activities.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and evaluating suppliers based on price, quality, capability, and delivery speed.
• Negotiating contracts and terms to secure favorable pricing and payment conditions.
• Coordinating with internal departments to understand procurement needs and develop purchasing strategies.
• Analyzing market trends and monitoring supply chain dynamics to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintaining accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance.
• Ensuring procurement activities comply with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Resoling vendor disputes and addressing issues related to quality, delivery, or performance.
• Collaborating with finance and accounting to reconcile invoices and payments.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline purchasing processes and reduce costs.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Procurement software

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Karman Space & Defense in Brea, CA seeks a full-time Buyer to source, evaluate, and manage suppliers for program and production needs. You will negotiate pricing and terms, monitor supplier performance, and maintain procurement records to ensure products arrive on time and at the right cost.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, finance, and quality teams while upholding company policies and procurement standards in a fast-paced aerospace environment.