Senior Buyer

Description:

We are seeking a Buyer/Senior Buyer to support procurement and supply chain operations for a rapidly growing defense electronics manufacturing organization. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring uninterrupted production by managing supplier relationships, processing and tracking purchase orders, expediting materials, resolving shortages, and driving on-time delivery performance.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of purchasing experience within an electronics manufacturing environment, strong experience working with MRP/ERP systems (Sage preferred), and a proactive approach to managing priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries is strongly preferred.

Candidates must be comfortable working onsite five days per week and capable of quickly ramping up with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage procurement activities for electronic components, materials, and services supporting manufacturing operations

Create, issue, and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials

Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving performance, quality, and cost objectives

Expedite critical materials and proactively resolve shortages, delays, and supply chain disruptions

Partner with internal teams including Production, Planning, Engineering, and Operations to support manufacturing schedules

Utilize MRP/ERP systems to manage inventory levels, demand requirements, and purchasing activities

Support cost savings initiatives through supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing efforts

Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure compliance with company and industry requirements

Key

Skills:

Electronics manufacturing purchasing MRP/ERP systems (Sage preferred) Supplier relationship management and negotiations Purchase order management Material planning and inventory control Manufacturing supply chain operations Advanced Excel proficiency Defense/Aerospace industry experience (preferred)

Skills sage, mrp system, electronics manufacturing, defense industry, supply chain, erp, buyer purchasing

Top Skills Details sage, mrp system, electronics manufacturing, defense industry

Additional

Skills & Qualifications The hiring manager emphasized the importance of:

Positive attitude and strong work ethic Collaborative, team-oriented mindset Flexibility and willingness to support evolving business needs Hands-on approach with a willingness to jump in wherever needed Comfort working in a growing, fast-paced environment Ability to prioritize effectively and ramp up quickly during periods of increased demand Self-starter who can work independently with minimal direction Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Experience Level Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sunnyvale, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $57.69/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sunnyvale,CA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network…