Job Description

SENIOR PURCHASING MANAGER

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Reports to: Director of Supply Chain

Compensation: $130 - $160K + bonus

We don’t just build aerospace components – we engineer the future. Our cutting-edge technology and advanced materials push the boundaries of innovation, helping our customers achieve what was once impossible. We create highly specialized, high-performance solutions that outperform traditional materials. If you’re passionate about working on groundbreaking projects in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment, this is the place for you.

Your Role:

You’ll lead procurement strategy within a government contracting environment – ensuring timely, compliance acquisition of materials while driving cost savings, supplier performance, and team effectiveness. You’ll partner cross- functionally to support complex programs and align sourcing practices with our goals for operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead negotiations for strategic supply agreements and contracts
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies across commodities
• Manage cost and price analysis to support government contracts
• Build and lead a high-performing purchasing team
• Oversee supplier performance, risk mitigation, and training programs
• Monitor emerging technologies and benchmark market practices
• Support savings goals, inventory management, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate across departments and business levels to meet business needs
• Ensure full compliance with FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, and other regulations

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field required. MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in a senior procurement role within a government contracting environment
• 5+ years of team leadership highly preferred
• Proven track record of team leadership, performance management, and professional development
• In-depth understanding of FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, and other U.S. acquisition regulations
• Strong SAP ERP experience
• Outstanding financial acumen and ability to develop and negotiate detailed Statements of Work
• Exceptional communication skills with an ability to build relationships and collaborate with both internal teams at all levels and build external relationships
• Must meet U.S. Person status

Why Join?

Our team is at the forefront of advanced technology, developing materials and structures that revolutionize the aerospace and defense industries along with high performance manufacturing. We provide valuable experience and professional growth opportunities. Whether you’re looking to refine your technical skills or take on leadership roles, there’s room to grow here.

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