Senior Buyer

7 days ago

Columbus, MS, United States Bull Integrations Group Inc. Full time
Senior Buyer - Aerospace & Defense

Location: Columbus, MS 39701, USA
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview:
The Bull Integrations Group is seeking a Senior Buyer to join a leading aerospace and defense manufacturing partner in Columbus, Mississippi. This high-impact role is responsible for managing strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier performance, and procurement operations to support mission-critical programs. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience navigating aerospace and defense compliance standards, vendor negotiations, and cost optimization strategies in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development

  • Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers to ensure adherence to company quality, delivery, and performance standards.
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with cost, schedule, and risk management objectives.
  • Negotiate complex contracts and supplier agreements to achieve favorable pricing and long-term value.
  • Build and maintain trusted supplier relationships that support program agility and innovation.
  • Drive cost-reduction initiatives across materials, components, subassemblies, and design-to-spec procurements.
Procurement & Materials Management
  • Manage the full procurement lifecycle from RFQs and PO creation through to delivery, inspection, and payment.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to ensure materials meet design intent and schedule requirements.
  • Monitor supplier performance metrics and take corrective action to resolve non-conformance or delivery delays.
  • Optimize inventory and procurement planning to minimize excess or obsolete stock.
Compliance & Documentation
  • Ensure all procurement activities fully comply with ITAR, DFARS, FAR, and other regulatory standards.
  • Maintain thorough and auditable documentation for all purchases, vendor evaluations, and contract negotiations.
  • Oversee import/export and logistics compliance to ensure the secure and timely movement of goods.
Leadership & Continuous Improvement
  • Mentor and develop junior buyers and procurement specialists, reinforcing best practices in supplier management.
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to streamline sourcing operations.
  • Stay current on market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging technologies that impact the defense supply chain.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related discipline (Master's preferred).
  • 5+ years of direct procurement experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries.
  • Strong working knowledge of ITAR, DFARS, and FAR.
  • Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, cost reduction, and supplier performance improvement.
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or similar systems.
  • APICS, ISM, CPSM, or CPIM certification preferred.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to thrive in cross-functional, fast-paced environments.


About The Bull Integrations Group

At The Bull Integrations Group (BIG), we specialize in tactical headhunting and strategic talent acquisition across the C5ISR ecosystem-supporting Defense Electronics Manufacturing, DoD, and Intelligence Community clients with elite-level cleared talent.

www.bullintegrationsgroup.com
roland@bullintegrationsgroup.com | 443-681-9460

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