FlexStaff Careers is hiring a Buyer for our client, located in Suffolk County, Long Island. The ideal candidate will have direct buying experience with coating vendors, machining companies, and glass suppliers, particularly someone who has a proven track record in negotiating lead times and prices within the U.S. Given their crucial work with defense companies , the ideal candidate must have a strong background in managing domestic relationships effectively.

If you would like to work for a growing company who provides solutions that fit the demands of a new generation of optical requirements for the Defense, Aerospace and Commercial industries, I encourage you to apply. Please keep in mind that this position is 100% on-site, and therefore, you must live within the Long Island region to successfully commute daily. However, the role does include 20% travel as well, which will include travel to New Jersey and to Ohio.

Responsibilities:

• Work with a budget, negotiate pricing, contractual terms, and lead time

• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness

• Manage material inventory

• Approve the ordering of necessary goods and services

• Follow up and expedite orders when necessary

• Manage vendor relationships and performance

• Search for new vendors

• Prepare purchase orders, receiving and shipping paperwork

• Prepare Purchasing Department reports

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in the defense and aerospace procurement. Significant Management required in strategic sourcing and procurement.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operation, science (Optics or Mechanical is preferred) or experience equivalent.

• Strong time management and organization skills, multi-tasking skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel (especially pivot tables), Outlook

• Be creative and flexible

Base salary up to 95k

Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Vision insurance • 2-weeks’ vacation • 1-week sick time • 10 paid company holidays