217830 - Buyer

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Buyer for a direct opportunity in Torrance, CA.

Client is offering salary increases twice a year. Comprehensive group health plans including medical EPO, PPO and High Deductible Health Plans with Health Savings Account, dental, vision and other supplemental plans which begin on the day you begin employment with Client. Supplemental Plans include Voluntary Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Client offers a competitive 401k Plan.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles, preferably in a manufacturing or regulated environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools.

Experience with production planning and material requirements planning (MRP)

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Secures and analyzes quotations, negotiates prices and terms with suppliers, and recommends suppliers with respect to cost, quality, delivery competitiveness, and FAA regulatory compliance for assigned responsibilities.
• Supports procurement of aerospace components, including overhaul and repair (MRO) items, ensuring required documentation and compliance standards are met.
• Analyzes and prepares order reports including market conditions, forecasts, and material costs specific to aerospace and MRO environments.

Monitors inventory levels and supports purchase planning using demand-driven and MRP-based approaches.

• Coordinates quality requirements, inspection criteria, and engineering changes between company activities and suppliers, ensuring compliance with FAA, AS9100, and internal quality systems.
• Supports purchasing strategies aligned with aerospace regulatory requirements and operational objectives.
• Builds and maintains relationships with suppliers, including FAA repair stations, and supports supplier performance reviews focused on quality, on-time delivery, documentation compliance, and cost.

Initiates and supports continuous improvement and new product introduction activities within Purchasing, including MRO supply chain optimization. Initiates purchase orders and amendments for parts, overhaul/repair services, and special processes; ensures proper documentation and certification requirements are flowed down to suppliers. Interviews and confers with current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, certification status, transportation logistics, inventory control, and regulatory compliance; negotiates pricing and delivery terms.

• Investigates and resolves issues regarding invoices, material quality, certification discrepancies, and documentation compliance for aerospace components.
• Supports purchasing processes and procedures to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, AS9100 standards, and company policies.
• Maintains purchasing information, records, and full traceability documentation in accordance with FAA, AS9100, and internal audit requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in aerospace procurement or exposure to FAA-regulated environments
• Familiarity with MRO purchasing and related documentation (e.g., FAA Form 8130-3, traceability, certifications)
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations (e.g., 14 CFR Part 145 and Part 21), or ability to learn quickly
• Working knowledge of aerospace materials, processes, and supply chain requirements
• Understanding of quality systems such as AS9100 or similar standards

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

WORK HOURS:

• Full-Time