Senior Buyer – Precision Manufacturing

Reata Engineering & Machine Works•Englewood, CO

12h

About The Position

Reata Engineering & Machine Works, Inc. (“Reata”), is a technology-driven precision manufacturing company specializing in CNC machining and assembly services for aerospace, medical, and defense industries. Our team is committed to precision, innovation, and continuous improvement , supported by advanced CNC equipment, modern ERP systems, and a collaborative engineering culture. We are seeking a Senior Buyer to lead purchasing and supplier management for our precision CNC machining operation in Englewood, Colorado. This is a hands-on role responsible for all procurement activities , including raw materials, outside processing, subcontract machining, and vendor performance management. The Senior Buyer plays a critical role in ensuring materials are sourced competitively, delivered on time, and aligned with our aerospace, medical, and defense manufacturing programs. This position works closely with engineering, production, quality, and finance to support production schedules, maintain supplier performance, and protect company margins. Why Join Reata State-of-the-art CNC machining facility Work with aerospace, medical, and defense customers High-impact role influencing margin and on-time delivery Collaborative engineering-driven environment Opportunity to own and shape the purchasing function

Requirements

5+ years purchasing experience in manufacturing
Strong ERP / MRP purchasing experience
Experience sourcing raw materials and outside processing vendors
Ability to negotiate pricing and supplier terms
Strong Excel and cost analysis skills
Ability to read engineering drawings and material specifications
Excellent communication and vendor relationship management skills

Nice To Haves

Aerospace, defense, or medical manufacturing
AS9100 or ISO manufacturing environments
Precision machining or metal manufacturing
Supply chain or purchasing certifications

Responsibilities

Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, outside processing, and subcontract services
Source aluminum, stainless steel, specialty alloys, and machined components
Ensure POs contain correct revisions, certifications, and compliance requirements
Establish and maintain supplier relationships
Qualify and onboard new vendors
Maintain the Approved Supplier List
Develop and manage supplier performance scorecards
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and payment terms
Perform competitive quote comparisons
Identify cost reduction opportunities
Monitor open purchase orders and vendor delivery commitments
Expedite critical materials supporting production schedules
Resolve supply chain shortages and delivery issues
Review and approve purchasing activity across departments
Ensure supplier selections and pricing align with company standards
Maintain vendor and pricing data in ERP
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, and ITAR requirements
Reviewing the production schedule and upcoming material requirements
Issuing purchase orders and confirming vendor acknowledgements
Following up with vendors on delivery commitments
Expediting critical materials or outside processing
Working with engineering and production to resolve shortages
Evaluating supplier quotes for upcoming jobs
Updating ERP with delivery dates and supplier communications