LHH
Buyer - Aerospace Manufacturing
Location: West Covina, CA
Employment Type: Contract to Hire
Compensation: $35–$43/hour
LHH is seeking a
Buyer
to support procurement operations for a fast‑paced aerospace manufacturer. This role is ideal for a seasoned purchasing professional with experience in engineer‑to‑order environments and a strong understanding of aerospace quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Source, negotiate, and procure materials, components, and services from approved vendors.
Evaluate vendor quotes and services to determine optimal suppliers.
Generate and manage purchase orders using an AS400‑based MRP system.
Adjust delivery schedules based on MRP and project timelines.
Conduct supplier visits and maintain strong vendor relationships.
Support engineering teams with reverse engineering and special project sourcing.
Communicate directly with vendors to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery.
Qualifications
2+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in aerospace manufacturing.
Experience in engineer‑to‑order environments and reading blueprints.
Familiarity with MRP systems.
Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, data sorting).
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and navigate engineering personalities.
AA or BA degree preferred or equivalent experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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Employment Type: Contract to Hire
Compensation: $35–$43/hour
LHH is seeking a
Buyer
to support procurement operations for a fast‑paced aerospace manufacturer. This role is ideal for a seasoned purchasing professional with experience in engineer‑to‑order environments and a strong understanding of aerospace quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Source, negotiate, and procure materials, components, and services from approved vendors.
Evaluate vendor quotes and services to determine optimal suppliers.
Generate and manage purchase orders using an AS400‑based MRP system.
Adjust delivery schedules based on MRP and project timelines.
Conduct supplier visits and maintain strong vendor relationships.
Support engineering teams with reverse engineering and special project sourcing.
Communicate directly with vendors to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery.
Qualifications
2+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in aerospace manufacturing.
Experience in engineer‑to‑order environments and reading blueprints.
Familiarity with MRP systems.
Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, data sorting).
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and navigate engineering personalities.
AA or BA degree preferred or equivalent experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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