Direct Buyer Specialist

Job Description

• Seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead and enhance our procurement operations, standards, and strategies.
• In this key role, you will oversee supplier relationships, ensure timely material deliveries to support our production schedule, and apply expert negotiation and cost analysis skills.
• You'll serve as a central point of contact for production teams, quickly resolving inquiries related to order status, changes, or issues to maintain exceptional customer satisfaction.

• Deliver products on time, exceed quality standards, and drive cost efficiency, while championing delivery assurance and supporting our commitment to excellence.
• Join us and help shape the future of aerospace procurement through innovation and operational excellence.

• Executes procurement processes and operational plans, including RFQs, PO placement, engineering changes, work transfers, and metrics reporting.
• Responds to internal inquiries regarding order status, changes, or cancellations to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Manages purchasing activities for goods, materials, supplies, and services, securing terms that align with organizational objectives.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Finance, Engineering, Operations, and Program teams to resolve medium-to-complex supply chain issues.
• Proactively identifies and mitigates supply chain risks to prevent production disruptions and critical line stops.
• Prepares and issues purchase orders, negotiates pricing, and oversees payment approvals to ensure smooth procurement execution under general guidance.
• Analyzes material quotes and financial data to support informed pricing decisions.
• Monitors supplier contract performance to ensure full compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
• Coordinates with suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries, resolving issues related to shortages or delays.
• Owns all aspects of supplier relationship management within assigned commodities.
• Applies continuous improvement principles to enhance procurement and supply chain performance.
• Ensures products are delivered on time, meet quality standards, and align with cost targets.
• May perform delivery assurance functions to uphold service and delivery expectations.

• Proficient in SAP and experienced in ERP-driven procurement environments
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and understand complex manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement and driving operational efficiencies
• Background in the aerospace industry, with familiarity in industry-specific standards and practices
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (pivot tables), PowerPoint, and Tableau for data analysis and reporting
• Proven experience in sourcing and procuring a wide range of commodities
• Effective negotiator with the ability to navigate complex and challenging discussions.

• Bachelors

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit  to learn more.

Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.