Strategic Drone Hardware Sourcing & ERP Leader

Perot Jain; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Skydio, the leading US drone company, seeks a senior Buyer to drive end-to-end purchase order management and supplier performance in a highly regulated environment. You will maintain ERP data, optimize MRP for in-house manufacturing, and collaborate across teams to secure materials for prototypes and production.

You will leverage 8+ years in procurement, strong ERP experience, and FAA/regulatory familiarity to reduce BOM costs and boost gross margin, while supporting overall supply chain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain (aerospace/robotics/electronics preferred).
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and procurement best practices.
• Experience sourcing electronic components, mechanical parts, or aerospace materials.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience in drone, UAV, aerospace, or high-tech hardware industries.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations or AS9100 aerospace quality standards.
• Knowledge of global sourcing and international logistics.
• APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vendor and component information in ERP systems, including costs, lead times, MOQs, and terms.
• Manage Purchase Orders end-to-end to support orders and revenue targets; mitigate risks and ensure continuity.
• Improve ERP accuracy and build a world-class MRP for in-house manufacturing.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on supply chain strategies and provide delivery data.
• Analyze procurement data and report on on-time delivery, PO status, and supplier performance.
• Support planning metrics and reports including Safety Stock, Inventory Health, Order Policies, Cash Flow.
• Participate in cross-functional teams and drive cost, quality, delivery, and inventory improvements.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Decision making

Compliance mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

APICS CPIM/CSCP or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Job description

Skydio, the leading US drone company, seeks a senior Buyer to drive end-to-end purchase order management and supplier performance in a highly regulated environment. You will maintain ERP data, optimize MRP for in-house manufacturing, and collaborate across teams to secure materials for prototypes and production.

You will leverage 8+ years in procurement, strong ERP experience, and FAA/regulatory familiarity to reduce BOM costs and boost gross margin, while supporting overall supply chain