Buyer, Engineering

Buyer

Ignite your career with a company where your work fuels innovation, safety, and global connectivity!

Location: Sarasota, FL (34243)

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Manufacturing

Salary: $28-33/hr

Employment Type: Contact-to-Hire

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am – 5:30 pm (built‑in 3‑day weekend)

Join a global leader in advanced aerospace technologies and innovation, where precision, quality, and people come first. Here, your work directly contributes to supporting aircraft safety and reliability, all while being part of a collaborative culture that invests in your growth. This is an environment that values continuous improvement, excellence, and making an impact on a worldwide scale. If you’re looking for a career where your expertise helps keep the world flying safely, this is your opportunity.

Step into a fast‑paced aerospace manufacturing environment where your supply chain expertise will directly impact high‑profile programs. In this role, you’ll manage critical projects from New Product Introduction to supplier negotiations, working closely with engineering, quality, and procurement teams to keep production on track. With a four‑day workweek, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a tangible difference from day one, this is the perfect fit for a self‑starter ready to hit the ground running.

• Lead critical supply chain initiatives such as New Product Introduction (NPI), make‑or‑buy transitions, new business opportunities, and value engineering projects.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and suppliers to ensure materials, parts, and components are delivered on time and meet strict aerospace manufacturing standards.
• Coordinate RFQ processes, negotiate pricing, and manage both recurrent and non‑recurrent cost targets.
• Place and track orders, anticipate delivery delays, and take proactive action to resolve issues.
• Drive design‑to‑cost initiatives, supplier manufacturability reviews, and cost reconciliation efforts.
• Serve as the key point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders during all phases of the project.
• Ensure smooth hand‑offs from project phases to ongoing production.
• Maintain strong communication with suppliers, engineering, and program teams to keep timelines and quality on track.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 4+ years of procurement/purchasing experience in a manufacturing setting (aerospace preferred, but we can train on industry specifics).
• Strong understanding of ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships, conduct risk analyses, and drive projects forward with urgency.
• A self‑starter who can hit the ground running, work independently, and stay focused under tight deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills able to work seamlessly with suppliers, engineering, quality, and leadership.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed and travel domestically up to 10%.
• Supplier visits may require walking up to 50% of the day.
• This position requires compliance with ITAR regulations (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee status).

• Four‑day workweek option for better work‑life balance.
• Hands‑on impact in a mission‑critical aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Opportunity for temp‑to‑perm transition based on performance.
• Be part of a team that values action, innovation, and collaboration.

Ready to join a mission‑driven team shaping the future of aerospace and defense?
Apply today!

SRG4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status. Individuals with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.

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