Senior Planner/Buyer Development (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Senior Planner/Buyer Development (Aerospace): Managing end-to-end procurement and planning for prototype and one-off aerospace projects with an accent on material sourcing and supplier coordination. Focus on navigating complex engineering requirements, long-lead time mitigation, and ensuring strict adherence to ITAR and production deadlines.

Location: Must be based in Buffalo, NY (Onsite)

Salary: $75,000–$95,000 Annually

Company

A global leader in high-performance motion and fluid control technologies for aerospace and defense industries.

What you will do

• Analyze engineering drawings and Bills of Materials to define project material and tooling requirements.
• Develop and maintain integrated schedules to ensure prototype program milestones are achieved.
• Source and procure specialty components, negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Manage Outside Processing (OSP) purchase orders including heat treatment and plating logistics.
• Resolve supplier non-conformances in collaboration with the Quality and Engineering teams.
• Maintain data integrity within ERP/MRP systems for development parts.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) for ITAR compliance.
• 3+ years in procurement and 1+ year in planning within aerospace, defense, or precision machining.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints and GD&T.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package starting on day one.
• Generous 401k contribution and employer match.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid time off.
• Profit sharing program for full-time employees.
• Access to on-site health center and nature trails.
• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program.