Buyer
$45 - $55 per hourRobert Half
Job Description
Job Description
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established aerospace and defense manufacturer in Inglewood, CA that is seeking a Sourcing Buyer IV for a temporary assignment with strong potential for permanent hire. This is a 100% onsite position with a highly respected organization supporting critical military and aerospace programs.
We're looking for an experienced sourcing and procurement professional who can hit the ground running in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and bring expertise in supplier management, machining, fabrication, and defense-related purchasing.
Pay DOE – average is $45-55/hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and procure machined, fabricated, and finished components
- Manage supplier relationships, performance, and KPI metrics
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and favorable purchasing terms
- Evaluate vendor capabilities, bids, and quality standards
- Develop sourcing strategies that support cost, quality, and on-time delivery goals
- Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and leadership teams
- Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Support procurement activities for aerospace and defense manufacturing programs
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Logistics, or related field
- 7+ years of purchasing and sourcing experience
- Aerospace or Defense industry procurement experience required
- Strong background purchasing machined and fabricated components
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
- Experience working with FAR/DFARS requirements
- ERP system experience
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to work independently and drive results
Why This Opportunity?
- Temp-to-hire potential
- Work with a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer
- High-visibility role supporting critical military programs
- Stable organization with long-term growth opportunities
- Competitive compensation based on experience
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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