Purchasing Manager

AeroFlow Technologies • Kirkland, WA

28d • Onsite

About The Position

At AeroFlow Technologies, we specialize in creating complex tube and duct assemblies using high-performance materials capable of withstanding extreme pressure, temperature, and chemical interactions.
You can even find our products aboard NASA’s Space Launch System and in the F-35 fighter jets. That’s the level of quality and innovation you’ll be part of when you join our team.

We are seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead sourcing strategy and supplier execution for our Kirkland, WA operations. This role will manage day-to-day procurement activities, build supplier capability, negotiate cost and contract terms, and ensure materials arrive on time to meet our customers’ production and delivery commitments.

This is a critical position and a key voice at the table, partnering closely with Operations, Planning, Quality, and Engineering to support on-time production and drive our move toward standardized processes and ERP-driven procurement. This position is onsite and will require occasional travel to supplier sites and other AeroFlow sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing
• Demonstrated skill in supplier negotiations and commercial contracting
• Experience supporting a manufacturing shop floor with daily material availability needs
• Strong ERP acumen — Epicor experience a plus
• Ability to build strong internal and external partnerships
• A proactive problem-solver comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with AS9100, ITAR, FAR/DFARS, or regulated suppliers preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing at the Kirkland facility, including material sourcing, vendor qualification, and purchase order execution
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and agreements with suppliers across metals, machining, processing, raw materials, and indirect spend
• Maintain site-level supplier performance scorecards and lead supplier business reviews
• Resolve supply constraints, shortages, and quality issues through proactive communication and escalation
• Partner with Production & Planning to forecast material needs and support build schedules
• Ensure ERP data accuracy, including lead times, costing, and part set-up
• Support cost savings, lead time reduction, and supplier consolidation initiatives
• Collaborate with the broader AeroFlow supply chain network as we implement standard tools and processes across all sites
• Represent the Kirkland site in cross-functional project teams and continuous improvement efforts

Benefits

• We offer a full suite of employee benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community.
• We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Our Learning & Development team has put together in-house training on subjects like front-line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager