Job Information
Aston Carter Senior Purchasing Manager in Melville, New York
Job Title: Senior Purchasing ManagerJob Description
Provide strategic direction and leadership to the manufacturing team to achieve production targets. Manage a team of Buyers, develop team chemistry, and set up development and training opportunities. Oversee the review and examination of purchase requisitions to ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies. Facilitate the sourcing and procurement of machined and sheet metal fabricated parts, assemblies, PCBs, and other components.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and leadership to achieve production targets.
Manage and develop a team of Buyers, fostering team chemistry and facilitating training opportunities.
Review and examine purchase requisitions for accuracy and compliance with established policies.
Read and interpret technical drawings for purchasing complex parts and assemblies.
Establish reliable sources of supply to ensure reasonable pricing and dependable quality.
Solicit quotes, select suppliers, and purchase electrical and mechanical components.
Track, expedite, and administer open purchase orders.
Obtain bids and issue purchase orders for Contract Manufacturing services.
Manage contract manufacturers to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Develop, analyze, and present purchasing department KPIs to leadership.
Communicate vendor issues effectively with other departments and program managers.
Maintain liaison between all departments and vendors to ensure maximum efficiency.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in purchasing, ERP, MRP, and Excel.
Strong management and negotiation skills.
Experience with Cost Point software.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience writing technical specifications and documents.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years’ experience or Master's degree with 6 years’ experience in purchasing electronic and electromechanical parts, preferably in the RF Defense industry.
6+ years’ experience in purchasing in the RF Commercial Military industry.
Experience working with ITAR, DFARS, and FAR regulations.
Work Environment
The role involves working in a collaborative environment with cross-departmental communication to ensure efficiency. The position requires proficiency in various procurement technologies and an understanding of technical specifications.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Melville, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $160000.00/yr.
Comprehensive Benefit package for all full-time employees on 1st day of employment Medical / Dental / Vision / 6% match on 401(k) Competitive PTO Life Insurance / AD&D Insurance/Short-Term Disability 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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