Sr. Buyer

Ideal Aerosmith; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Every other Friday off

Health insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Ideal Aerosmith is seeking a Sr. Buyer in Grand Forks, ND. The role focuses on sourcing materials, building vendor relationships, and ensuring timely purchases to support government contracts.

Responsibilities include vendor selection, PO processing, and price negotiations, with travel up to 25% and potential on-site or remote work within North Dakota or Minnesota. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Highly organized, with strong time-management skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply government contract requirements, including regulatory flow-downs.
• Skilled in performing basic cost/price analysis and documenting price reasonableness.
• Strong understanding of supplier compliance risk, including cybersecurity, counterfeit control, and export compliance.

Responsibilities

• Select vendors based on quality, price, specs, and delivery dates.
• Execute purchasing process from quotes to Purchase Order fulfillment.
• Complete documentation such as POs and RMA paperwork.
• Communicate with quality, manufacturing, and inventory control on material issues.
• Negotiate pricing, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with vendors.
• Flow down contract requirements to vendors and ensure compliance.
• Maintain vendor relationships across multiple industries.
• Lead process improvement initiatives for the department.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and production to solve design/purchasing issues.

Skills

MS Office

Detail oriented

Communication

Independent worker

Time management

Contract flow-down

Cost analysis

Compliance risk

Education

Associate degree in Production, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

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Sr. Buyer

Full Time Admin Support Grand Forks, ND, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1209

Ideal Aerosmith is a leading supplier of precision inertial guidance test systems, flight motion simulators, and a premier provider of aerospace test engineering services, ATE system engineering, and quality contract manufacturing services to the aerospace industry. We're experts and we earn that title everyday with our customers through innovative engineering, manufacturing, and sustainment of world-class motion and electric test solutions and services. every other Friday off to recharge.

The Sr. Buyer plays an important role in the government procurement process, sourcing high-quality materials, machine parts, and services essential to the organization’s operations. This position is responsible for establishing strong vendor relationships while collaborating closely with internal teams to identify needs, research options, and recommend purchases that meet specifications and deadlines. The Buyer’s expertise will ensure a smooth supply chain, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the organization.

Location & Work Arrangement
This position may be:

• On-site at our Grand Forks, North Dakota headquarters
• Remote within North Dakota or Minnesota (with up to 25% travel)

Job Responsibilities

• Select vendors based on vendor quality criteria, prices, specifications, and delivery dates.
• Execute purchasing process from solicitation of quotes to purchase order fulfillment.
• Accurately complete documentation such as purchase orders, RMA paperwork, etc.
• Communicate regularly with quality, manufacturing, and inventory control on material issues.
• Negotiate pricing, volume discounts and long-term contracts with selected vendors.
• Flow down contract requirements to vendor and ensure requirements are met.
• Maintain and establish new vendor relationships in various industries including mechanical parts, machine parts, electronics, and commodities.
• Initiate, lead, and implement process improvement activities for the department.
• Communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams to ensure quality, lead time, pricing, and contract requirements are met.
• Establish corrective actions with vendors as needed to drive improvement.
• Work with engineering, sales and production to problem solve during design and purchasing process including obsolete parts.
• Provide sales/quoting with material quotes for customer quotation efforts.
• Participate in process improvements to address changing government and industry regulations.
• Comply with ISO procedures and suggest and execute improvement changes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FAR/DFARS clauses, flow-downs, sourcing restrictions, and documentation requirements.
• Maintain procurement files to DCMA/DCAA audit standards, including cost/price analysis and supporting justification.
• Evaluate suppliers for ITAR/EAR compliance, cybersecurity posture (e.g., NIST 800-171/CMMC), and counterfeit-mitigation requirements.
• Support program schedules by managing long-lead items, government property, and contract-driven material timelines.
• Participate in program reviews/IPTs to provide procurement status, risks, and compliance updates.
• Monitor and mitigate supply-chain risks related to country of origin, specialty metals, vendor reliability, and quality.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

• Associate Degree in Production, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 5+ years’ experience in procurement type activities
• 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Technical background or familiarity with machining, mechanical parts, or electronic components preferred.
• Abilityto obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance, if required by contract.
• Ability to travel (domestic and internationally) and obtain a passport.
• Due to federal contract requirements applicable to this position, candidates must be U.S. citizens.

Skill Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently
• Highly organized, with strong time-management skills
• Ability to interpret and apply government contract requirements, including regulatory flow-downs.
• Skilled in performing basic cost/price analysis and documenting price reasonableness.
• Strong understanding of supplier compliance risk, including cybersecurity, counterfeit control, and export compliance.

PhysicalRequirements

• Ability to work for extended periods at computer workstation/keyboard.
• Ability to type accurately and efficiently.

Salary Range: $75,000-125,000 annually

This salary range represents a good faith estimate of the base compensation for this position. Actual base compensation will be determined based on multiple factors, including location, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, experience, education, skills, and prevailing market conditions. In exceptional cases, compensation above this range may be considered based on experience, skills, or business needs.

This position is eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus based on individual and company performance. Overtime eligibility, if applicable, will be determined in accordance with federal and state law.

Ideal Aerosmith additionally offers a comprehensive benefits program, which includes health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits; 401K with company match; company-paid holidays; every other Friday off; and paid time off for vacation and personal time.

Ideal Aerosmith is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to create a work environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where all employees feel respected and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to provide equal employment opportunities to everyone.