Procurement Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

About RTCA:

RTCA is a precision aerospace and defense manufacturing group built on decades of hands-on machining expertise, with roots spanning more than 50 years. We support mission-critical commercial and government aerospace programs across North America through four U.S. Centers of Excellence operating as an integrated platform with 150+ CNC machines and a team of 250+ professionals.

Unlike large organizations where roles can be narrow, RTCA offers hands-on ownership and real visibility – you understand how your work supports the team, the operation, and the end customer. Our flat structure allows employees to take initiative, grow their skills, and have their contributions recognized, while still providing the stability, advanced technology, and meaningful work of an established aerospace manufacturer.

At RTCA, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride. One Team! One Mission!

How You’ll Make an Impact:

As the Procurement Supervisor, you will lead the purchasing function across regional aerospace manufacturing facilities, ensuring materials and services are available to support production and customer delivery requirements. By overseeing a team of buyers, managing supplier relationships, and driving procurement performance, you will help maintain an efficient and reliable supply chain that supports operational success, business growth, and customer satisfaction.

What you’ll be doing as a Procurement Supervisor:

• Working a full-time, onsite position at our Fife, WA or Sumner, WA location.
• Supervising and developing a team of buyers supporting two aerospace manufacturing facilities.
• Providing leadership, coaching, training, and performance management to ensure purchasing objectives are achieved.
• Managing daily procurement activities across multiple spend categories including raw materials, assembly hardware, outside processing, tooling, consumables, and indirect purchases.
• Monitoring and improving supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.
• Collaborating with Production Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure material availability supports production schedules and customer delivery requirements.
• Reviewing and approving purchase orders, supplier selections, and procurement strategies in accordance with company policies.
• Leading supplier negotiations to secure favorable pricing, lead times, terms, and service agreements.
• Developing and maintaining strategic supplier relationships to mitigate supply chain risks and support business growth.
• Monitoring inventory levels and purchasing activities to optimize inventory investment while maintaining operational continuity.
• Analyzing procurement data, supplier metrics, and market trends to identify cost savings and process improvement opportunities.
• Supporting new product introductions, customer requirements, and operational initiatives through effective supply chain planning and execution.
• Ensuring compliance with aerospace industry requirements, customer specifications, company procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives within procurement processes, systems, and supplier management practices.
• Assisting with audits, corrective actions, and supplier quality improvement activities as needed.
• Collaborating with leadership to establish departmental goals, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience leading or supervising purchasing personnel.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across departments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):

• Experience in aerospace, CNC machining, or precision manufacturing.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of AS9100 or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Professional certification such as CPSM, CPIM, or CSCP.
• Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier development, and cost reduction initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Choice of medical plan options, including a no-cost employee-only coverage plan
• HSA-eligible health plan with employer contributions
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with up to a 6% QACA company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and nine (9) paid company holidays
• Shift differentials for applicable off-shifts
• Discretionary bonus programs based on position and company performance

The Procurement Supervisor Compensation range for onsite Washington applicants is $100,000 – $125,000 annually commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

RTCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants wishing to receive information on RTCA’s Affirmative Action Plans, or those requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, should contact the RTCA Human Resources Department. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to access or use our career center due to a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources.

Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with Article 9, Chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code and applicable federal, state, and local laws.