Strategic Buyer & Planner – Aerospace & Defense

Davis Manufacturing; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer/Planner to join our procurement team. This role plans and releases work orders based on customer needs and factory capacity, purchasing parts and services to support requirements, and selecting suitable suppliers to meet delivery goals.

You will monitor supplier performance, manage delivery and costs, support RFQ processes with estimators, and communicate schedules with factory managers and shipping to ensure on-time shipments.

Qualifications

• Supply chain management background required.
• Proficient in computer software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing workflow.
• Understanding of MRP/ERP concepts and processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor forecasts and release work orders and purchase orders.
• Support RFQ process and coordinate with estimation for timely quotes.
• Track backlog and coordinate with factory managers and shipping to ensure on-time shipments.
• Select suppliers to meet requirements.
• Monitor supplier capacity and expedite as needed.
• Manage supplier quality, delivery and cost performance.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements before ordering.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Computer literacy

Written and verbal communication

Manufacturing workflow understanding

MRP/ERP concepts

Education

BS/BA degree

Technical degree preferred / HS diploma with experience

Job description

Davis Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer/Planner to join our procurement team. This role plans and releases work orders based on customer needs and factory capacity, purchasing parts and services to support requirements, and selecting suitable suppliers to meet delivery goals.

You will monitor supplier performance, manage delivery and costs, support RFQ processes with estimators, and communicate schedules with factory managers and shipping to ensure on-time shipments.