Buyer IV

One of our top Aerospace clients in El Segundo, CA is looking to hire a Buyer IV serving as their high-level procurement specialist who can independently manage the sourcing, pricing, supplier management, and material availability of complex electronic components and PCB assemblies. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing & Procurement: Lead purchasing activities for PCBAs, bare boards, passive/active electronic components, and contract manufacturing services at the lowest total cost. Supplier Management: Qualify new vendors, evaluate technical bids, negotiate complex pricing agreements and contract terms, and monitor supplier quality and on-time delivery (OTD). Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner daily with engineering (on ECOs and component changes), quality (on NCRs and receiving inspections), production control (on MRP/ERP demand signals), and accounting (on invoicing and costing issues). Supply Chain Continuity: Manage pull-ins, push-outs, and lead-time risks to prevent line stoppages, while overseeing inventory control and Excess & Obsolete (E&O) management. Leadership & Mentorship: Act as a subject matter expert on technical procurement, check/guide lower-level buyers, and mentor junior staff. Required Skills and Experience: 7+ years of progressive purchasing/buyer experience (with 5+ years focused specifically on electronics, PCB fabrication, and contract assembly). Technical Skills: Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and material requirements planning (MRP) systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle). Working knowledge of electronic component distribution, PCB manufacturing processes, ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) practices, and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) workflows. Experience working within regulated quality frameworks such as AS9100 or ISO9001. Core Competencies: Advanced contract negotiation, analytical problem-solving, risk mitigation, and cross-functional communication. #J-18808-Ljbffr Insight Global (United States)