Senior Buyer / Planner

Job overview

The Senior Buyer / Planner role is onsite in Natick, MA. Compensation is not specified. Busek develops propulsion and aerospace technologies for commercial, civil, and government space missions, including spacecraft and satellite programs. The role procures components and services for research, engineering, prototypes, and manufacturing, helping teams meet technical, quality, cost, and delivery needs. Supplier coordination and purchase-order management support development schedules and aerospace requirements.

What you'll do

• Source and evaluate suppliers for materials, components, and services
• procure items for prototypes, testing, and product development
• manage requests for quotation, negotiations, and cost and terms analysis
• issue purchase orders
• monitor order status and communicate supply risks
• coordinate with engineering, R&D, production, and quality
• maintain procurement and vendor records
• support supplier audits, onboarding, and improvement
• ensure compliance with internal procedures and applicable quality, regulatory, and U.S. government requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior buyer / planner

natick ma

busek

aerospace procurement

supplier management

purchase orders

spacecraft components

r&d support

prototype builds

engineering drawings

u.s. citizenship required

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• life and disability insurance
• employee assistance program
• professional development
• performance bonus opportunities.

Why this role

Requires at least five years of purchasing, procurement, or buyer/planner experience. U.S. citizenship is required. The role supports aerospace R&D, prototype builds, and specialized spacecraft components.

About the employer

Busek is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.