Senior Specialty Buyer

Senior Specialty Buyer Location: Salt Lake City, UT Reports to: Purchasing Manager Compensation: $90K - $110K+, plus bonus Travel: 10% - 25% Requirements & Responsibilities of the Senior Specialty Buyer: Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field. APICS and/or ISM certification, highly preferred. 6+ years of purchasing experience in the aerospace industry with specific experience sourcing aerospace fasteners. Strong experience with MRP/ERP systems, preferably SAP. Expert in contract law and other procurement regulations. Positive, engaged, and dedicated team player. Exceptional communication skills and ability to collaborate both internally and externally. Must be a U.S. person and able to pass a background check. Manage material aspect for assigned programs and the daily interface and administration of subcontracts to ensure quality and reliability of products at the lowest cost. Collaborate cross functionally and engage with suppliers to source fasteners. Generate and issue proposals and purchase orders. Negotiate prices, recommend suppliers, verify delivery, and approve payment. Maintain records and statistical data to analyze product feasibility, supplier performance, and price trends.