Purchasing Agent

Job Description Job Description United CNC Machining is a precision manufacturing company specializing in mission-critical components for the aerospace and defense industries. Utilizing advanced CNC technology within a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality, precision, and operational excellence. At United CNC, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability. If you are passionate about supporting our unique mission, and making an impact in a high-performance environment, we encourage you to apply. Don’t settle for ordinary when extraordinary is within reach. Summary: The Purchasing Agent buys the raw material, hardware, outside processing and shop supplies that keep United CNC's production schedule on time, on cost and compliant. The role owns purchase orders from requisition through receipt, manages supplier performance, and makes sure every purchase meets AS9100D, ITAR and customer flow-down requirements. Key Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Quote and source raw material, outside processing and MRO supplies. Issue purchase orders in the ERP system with correct specifications, revisions, quality clauses and NADCAP/DFARS flow-downs. Track open orders, expedite as needed, and flag delivery risks to Production and Planning early. Coordinate outside processing (heat treat, plating, anodize, coating, NDT), including shipment and return of parts. Maintain the Approved Supplier List with Quality, and verify supplier approvals  (AS9100 and Nadcap) and customer-approved sources before ordering. Monitor supplier delivery and quality performance, follow up on corrective actions, and develop alternate sources for critical items. Negotiate pricing, lead times and terms, and give Estimating current pricing for customer quotes. Review material and process certifications to keep every lot traceable, and buy only from authorized sources to prevent counterfeit parts. Handle classified ITAR-controlled technical data and CUI under the company's export control and CMMC procedures. Resolve receiving and invoice discrepancies, and keep purchasing records audit-ready. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Supply Chain Management preferred, and 3 or more years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, including raw material, tooling or outside processing for machined parts. Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications and material certifications. Working knowledge of an ERP/MRP system and Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Strong negotiation, organization and communication skills, with close attention to detail across many open orders. Discretion with confidential pricing, customer data and controlled technical information. Must be able to obtain/maintain compliance with ITAR requirements (U.S. Person status required) Demonstrated ability to interpret and adhere to detailed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)   Physical & Mental Demands : The following physical and mental demands consist of but are not limited to the following. Must be able to work in a sitting position for extended periods of time (at desk, while driving, and/or travel) in an office/industrial environment Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions Must be able to lift 25 pounds May be exposed to moving machinery, sharp metal chips, coolants, industrial chemicals, noise, heavy materials, etc Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc Ability to hear in person and via phone   United CNC Machining is an Equal Opportunity Employer