Senior Buyer

Aston Carter • Sunnyvale, CA

1d • $45 - $58 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Buyer/Senior Buyer to support procurement and supply chain operations for a rapidly growing defense electronics manufacturing organization. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring uninterrupted production by managing supplier relationships, processing and tracking purchase orders, expediting materials, resolving shortages, and driving on-time delivery performance. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of purchasing experience within an electronics manufacturing environment, strong experience working with MRP/ERP systems (Sage preferred), and a proactive approach to managing priorities in a fast-paced setting. Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries is strongly preferred. Candidates must be comfortable working onsite five days per week and capable of quickly ramping up with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• 3+ years of purchasing experience within an electronics manufacturing environment
• Strong experience working with MRP/ERP systems (Sage preferred)
• Proactive approach to managing priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Comfort working onsite five days per week
• Capable of quickly ramping up with minimal supervision
• Advanced Excel proficiency

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Flexibility and willingness to support evolving business needs
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to jump in wherever needed
• Comfort working in a growing, fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize effectively and ramp up quickly during periods of increased demand
• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal direction
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for electronic components, materials, and services supporting manufacturing operations
• Create, issue, and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving performance, quality, and cost objectives
• Expedite critical materials and proactively resolve shortages, delays, and supply chain disruptions
• Partner with internal teams including Production, Planning, Engineering, and Operations to support manufacturing schedules
• Utilize MRP/ERP systems to manage inventory levels, demand requirements, and purchasing activities
• Support cost savings initiatives through supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing efforts
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure compliance with company and industry requirements

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed