Senior Buyer

Job overview

The Senior Buyer role is onsite in San Jose, CA. Compensation is not specified. A1J Technologies’ precision manufacturing operations support commercial aerospace and defense customers. Reporting to the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager, the senior individual contributor executes sourcing and purchasing activities to support material availability, supplier reliability, traceability, and delivery performance. The role coordinates with production, engineering, quality, logistics, and finance to address procurement needs and risks.

What you'll do

• Execute purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders for assigned materials, tooling, supplies, and approved services
• review demand, lead times, specifications, inventory, and production priorities
• track and expedite orders
• identify and qualify suppliers
• evaluate quotations and negotiate within delegated authority
• maintain purchasing records and ERP/MRP data
• support traceability and required certifications
• coordinate with production, engineering, quality, receiving, logistics, and finance
• identify cost and process improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior buyer

procurement

supplier sourcing

purchase orders

precision manufacturing

aerospace

defense

erp/mrp

san jose ca

a1j technologies

supplier negotiation

material traceability

401(k) match

medical insurance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match.

Why this role

Senior individual-contributor role; purchasing strategy, staffing, and departmental leadership remain with the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager. Occasional supplier visits may be required.

About the employer

A1J Technologies LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Shops. Sector: 33.