Strategic Purchasing Lead – Defense Electronics

Teledyne Reynolds Inc; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Reynolds Inc is seeking a proactive Purchasing Manager in Torrance, California, to lead procurement in a high-mix, low-volume defense electronics environment. This role entails overseeing purchasing activities to ensure timely material acquisition, managing supplier relationships, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of purchasing experience, including 2 years in a leadership role, and a strong understanding of supplier negotiations and process improvement. The position requires U.S. citizenship and offers a challenging yet rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles, with 2+ years in a leadership position.
• Strong understanding of defense industry compliance requirements.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities for timely acquisition of materials.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Lead price negotiations and cost reduction initiatives.

Skills

Supplier negotiations

Cost control

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

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

Excel

Job description

Teledyne Reynolds Inc is seeking a proactive Purchasing Manager in Torrance, California, to lead procurement in a high-mix, low-volume defense electronics environment. This role entails overseeing purchasing activities to ensure timely material acquisition, managing supplier relationships, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of purchasing experience, including 2 years in a leadership role, and a strong understanding of supplier negotiations and process improvement. The position requires U.S. citizenship and offers a challenging yet rewarding work environment.