Aerospace Component Buyer

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation•Fort Worth, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Procurement professionals at Gulfstream are not simply buying parts—they are helping build highly engineered aircraft, shaping supplier strategy, and influencing the success of critical aerospace programs. This role is primarily focused on purchase order execution and supplier coordination for lower-complexity production and operational materials, including components such as Engines, Avionics, Flight Controls, Composites, Metallics, Data Systems, Landing Gear, Interiors, Cabin Equipment, Hardware, and Consumables. The buyer will ensure material availability and supplier responsiveness, support production schedules and operational efficiency, and is primarily focused on execution and supplier management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
2+ years of procurement, supply chain or related experience is required.
Experience soliciting supplier quotations, evaluating bids, issuing purchase orders, and managing supplier performance.
Ability to negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms while supporting quality and operational objectives.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Aviation procurement preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates Supplier deliveries with internal customer demand
Ensures Supplier alignment with agreed upon obligations (contracts)
Negotiates pricing and delivery within established guidelines
Monitors Supplier quality, delivery and cost performance
Maintains procurement records and audit compliance
Develops expertise within specific commodities
Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc. and ensures all applicable data is current at supplier
Solicits quotes, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules and ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions, and where appropriate, supports the establishment of long-term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements
Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations, and ensures schedules are met
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and cost
Ensure procurement activities comply with AS9100, ITAR, and other aerospace standards
Collaborate with internal departments including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance
Maintain accurate procurement records and support audits and reporting requirements
Assists in planning and reviewing the work of Procurement Spec, where appropriate