Precision Machined Products
Purchasing Manager – Precision Machined Products
Location: Fort Collins, CO
Position Summary The Buyer/Purchasing Agent provides parts, equipment, and materials by developing sources of supply and monitoring supplier performance, obtaining required items, verifying receipt, authorizing payment, and managing inventory while adhering to customer specifications, government specifications (ITAR and EAR regulations), and AS9100 Standards.
Essential Functions
Critically assesses suppliers, products, and services.
Qualifies supplier base as well as outside processing suppliers.
Builds and maintains positive, long‑term supplier relationships.
Issues requests for quotes (RFQ’s) and selects best source consistent with cost, quality, delivery requirements, and supplier reliability.
Completes purchase requests with suppliers by inputting purchase orders and ensuring items are delivered as promised, expediting deliveries as necessary, and verifying all transactions.
Handles over‑shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity or delivery dates, and reports changes to appropriate managers in a timely manner.
Acts as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement‑related problems.
Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals.
Monitors and manages Tooling Supply Agreement; acts as the point of contact for AIT personnel.
Maintains inventory level for all internal office and company supplies.
Monitors supplier performance, maintains Approved Supplier List, and keeps records of supplier meetings.
Confers with suppliers and vendors; monitors service agreements and/or contracts.
May create, revise, or finalize work instructions, policies, and procedures.
Responsible for stopping production if a part or process problem is identified and notifying manager or quality personnel.
Responsible for identification and elimination of unnecessary waste.
Participates in and supports the company quality system and all environmental, health, and safety policies.
Responsible for adhering to company quality policy, work instructions, policies, and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Prior administrative experience (intermediate level).
MRP knowledge; experience in aerospace manufacturing preferred.
Strong negotiation, organization, and planning skills with high attention to detail.
Made2Manage ERP experience is a plus.
Knowledge of metal bar stock, casting suppliers, plating, and heat‑treating processes.
Strong interpersonal skills and high integrity.
Good analytical and critical thinking skills; active listening and deductive reasoning.
Intermediate presentation and reporting skills.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills; proficient with MS Office suite and other manufacturing software.
Capable of working on an on‑site, full‑time schedule.
Ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a business‑oriented/professional manner, in writing and verbally, with customers, vendors, and coworkers.
Ability to take direction well and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to maintain a positive company image and brand, both at and outside the work environment.
Ability to work with multiple deadlines and commitments with little or no supervision; ability and flexibility to prioritize tasks; strong time management skills.
Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities are required of this position.
Education & Legal Requirements
High School Diploma / GED, College Degree preferred and/or sufficient work experience.
Must meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements, with the ability to present acceptable, original documents to prove identity and authorization to work.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Work will involve long hours sitting and using office equipment.
Frequent standing, walking, using hands to handle objects, reaching with hands and arms, pushing/pulling objects, bending, kneeling, lifting, climbing, balancing, and twisting.
May involve lifting materials and products up to 50 pounds.
If in the manufacturing environment, safety equipment required: safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, and gloves. Loose‑fitting clothes and jewelry not permitted. Long hair must be tied back.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Position Summary The Buyer/Purchasing Agent provides parts, equipment, and materials by developing sources of supply and monitoring supplier performance, obtaining required items, verifying receipt, authorizing payment, and managing inventory while adhering to customer specifications, government specifications (ITAR and EAR regulations), and AS9100 Standards.
Essential Functions
Critically assesses suppliers, products, and services.
Qualifies supplier base as well as outside processing suppliers.
Builds and maintains positive, long‑term supplier relationships.
Issues requests for quotes (RFQ’s) and selects best source consistent with cost, quality, delivery requirements, and supplier reliability.
Completes purchase requests with suppliers by inputting purchase orders and ensuring items are delivered as promised, expediting deliveries as necessary, and verifying all transactions.
Handles over‑shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity or delivery dates, and reports changes to appropriate managers in a timely manner.
Acts as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement‑related problems.
Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals.
Monitors and manages Tooling Supply Agreement; acts as the point of contact for AIT personnel.
Maintains inventory level for all internal office and company supplies.
Monitors supplier performance, maintains Approved Supplier List, and keeps records of supplier meetings.
Confers with suppliers and vendors; monitors service agreements and/or contracts.
May create, revise, or finalize work instructions, policies, and procedures.
Responsible for stopping production if a part or process problem is identified and notifying manager or quality personnel.
Responsible for identification and elimination of unnecessary waste.
Participates in and supports the company quality system and all environmental, health, and safety policies.
Responsible for adhering to company quality policy, work instructions, policies, and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Prior administrative experience (intermediate level).
MRP knowledge; experience in aerospace manufacturing preferred.
Strong negotiation, organization, and planning skills with high attention to detail.
Made2Manage ERP experience is a plus.
Knowledge of metal bar stock, casting suppliers, plating, and heat‑treating processes.
Strong interpersonal skills and high integrity.
Good analytical and critical thinking skills; active listening and deductive reasoning.
Intermediate presentation and reporting skills.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills; proficient with MS Office suite and other manufacturing software.
Capable of working on an on‑site, full‑time schedule.
Ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a business‑oriented/professional manner, in writing and verbally, with customers, vendors, and coworkers.
Ability to take direction well and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to maintain a positive company image and brand, both at and outside the work environment.
Ability to work with multiple deadlines and commitments with little or no supervision; ability and flexibility to prioritize tasks; strong time management skills.
Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities are required of this position.
Education & Legal Requirements
High School Diploma / GED, College Degree preferred and/or sufficient work experience.
Must meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements, with the ability to present acceptable, original documents to prove identity and authorization to work.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Work will involve long hours sitting and using office equipment.
Frequent standing, walking, using hands to handle objects, reaching with hands and arms, pushing/pulling objects, bending, kneeling, lifting, climbing, balancing, and twisting.
May involve lifting materials and products up to 50 pounds.
If in the manufacturing environment, safety equipment required: safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, and gloves. Loose‑fitting clothes and jewelry not permitted. Long hair must be tied back.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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