Senior Buyer

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, California, Gardena
Jul 23, 2025
Country United States of America State / County California City Gardena Division EPD Company Permaswage Gardena Function Supply Chain/ Purchasing Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity ID 18128 Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Location Profile: This position will be located in the Gardena, CA supporting our Fluid Fittings Group. Job Description Position Summary: In this position, you will be responsible for managing a complex supply base ensuring cost targets are met, production timelines are supported, and quality parts are produced. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Support sourcing efforts by optimizing cost and terms for all purchases. A strong negotiator able to manage multiple quotes, complex offers and SOW, to obtain the best purchasing terms, including payment schedule, payment terms, lead time, warranty, et. Procures for inventory and non-inventory purposes all necessary materials, parts and services, ensuring timely delivery, high quality, and cost-effective pricing to meet customer commitments and desired inventory stock levels Through comprehensive long-term supplier agreements and purchase order management, ensures the flow-down of contractually mandated terms to every supplier to which such terms apply Establishes and nurtures effective supplier relationships, including the proactive communication of company priorities and evolving product needs Track and monitor shipments and communicate status to key partners Manage inventory area and support controlled movement of all material according to standard operating procedures for inventory control and preservation. Ability to work in a highly operationalized manufacturing environment recognizing calls to action through a variety of communication methods Ability to prioritize work through natural understanding of the business objectives both towards customer programs as well as internal business growth and maturity Familiar with engineering drawings, machining tolerances, general CNC machining operations Experience with aerospace procurement and production is a strong preference Understanding of the procure-to-pay process and ability to troubleshoot any issues preventing supplier payment Ability to research, qualify, and onboard suppliers for new business requirements, or to replace existing underperforming supply base Ability to quickly troubleshoot supplier underperformance, effectively resolving issues or pivoting for alternative solutions to maintain business driven on time delivery Demonstrated experience in driving process improvements within a supply chain department Experience & Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations or Engineering, Inventory Management or Business. Skilled at negotiation and networking Experience 2-5 years of purchasing in Aerospace Proficient in using and managing relevant modules of ERP systems (procurement, manufacturing) Strong interpersonal, organizational, communications, analytical, and problem-solving skills Proven working experience in sourcing and supplier management Interest in market dynamics along with a keen business sense Effective communication skills to teams and upper management Ability to manage several tasks and priorities at a time Strategic Buying Capability Desired: Preferred CPIM certification through APICS, or C.P.M certification through ISM Preferred training and experience in Kan Ban, JIT, Lean Manufacturing and pull systems. Microsoft excel programming or other computer programming skills. Analytical, communication, interpersonal, team development, project management and technical skills related to manufacturing (CNC, Forge Press, Coatings etc.) ERP system reporting and analytical capabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. Job attendance, commitment to safety and quality, collaborative working and respect in the workplace are some of the job duties which may be impacted by a criminal history. For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $113700 to $142,100 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.