Buyer

Ichor•Sauk Rapids, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our Supply Chain team supporting our Minnesota Precision Machining Division, which serves both semiconductor and a growing Aerospace & Defense (A&D) customer base. This role is critical to ensuring supply continuity, supporting new product introductions (NPI), and managing supplier performance during a period of rapid growth and operational complexity. The Minnesota site supports AS9100-certified Aerospace & Defense programs while continuing to scale semiconductor production, requiring close supplier collaboration, strong procurement discipline, and effective cross-functional coordination. The Buyer will work closely with Engineering, Planning, Quality, and Operations to manage procurement activities, support NPI programs, and mitigate supply risks that could impact production ramps and customer commitments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred
3–8+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in manufacturing environments
Experience supporting precision machining, semiconductor equipment, or Aerospace & Defense supply chains strongly preferred
Experience with AS9100 or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
Working in ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or similar)
Familiarity with PLM systems such as Agile is a plus
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage high PO volumes
Clear and concise communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Ability to manage supply risk and drive issue resolution
Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment
Willingness to collaborate with global suppliers and teams across time zones
US Person status required due to ITAR regulations

Responsibilities

Manage quoting, supplier engagement, and purchasing execution for NPI and prototype programs
Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers and materials to support new product development
Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to ensure suppliers meet Aerospace & Defense compliance requirements
Document and institutionalize AS9100 and customer-specific purchasing requirements within procurement processes
Monitor supplier delivery commitments and drive resolution of shortages, delays, or quality issues
Communicate demand forecasts and coordinate production requirements with suppliers
Monitor purchasing activity to minimize incremental material spend while protecting supply continuity
Maintain strong supplier relationships and drive accountability for performance metrics
Identify capacity constraints, delivery risks, or material shortages that may impact production
Lead supply recovery plans with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Escalate issues effectively while driving root cause analysis and corrective actions