Align Aerospace · 10 hours ago
Onsite Aerospace Principal Buyer
Chatsworth, California
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$85K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expAlign Aerospace is dedicated to maintaining accuracy in aerospace logistics and procurement. As a Principal Buyer, you will manage a commodity portfolio, ensuring purchase order accuracy and supplier performance while leading strategic supplier relationships and analyses.
AerospaceAir TransportationSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage a select commodity portfolio, review team POs for accuracy and compliance, and serve as a trusted escalation point for supplier challenges
Lead supplier visits, performance reviews, and cost analyses that move the needle for quality, delivery, and margin
Conduct supplier performance reviews and corrective action follow-ups
Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Quality, and Sales to maintain operational efficiency
Qualification
Required
Ability to work in the US without sponsorship
5+ years of progressive purchasing experience —Including 3+ years in analytical or senior-level procurement
Bachelor's degree (preferred) — Demonstrated success in complex purchasing, supplier management, or analytical roles is equally valued
Expert-level system knowledge — proficiency in SAP or other similar ERP system
Strong Excel and Power BI skills — pivot tables, trend analysis, and dashboards are your second language
Proven experience conducting supplier performance reviews and corrective action follow-ups
Exceptional attention to detail — accuracy is your brand
Clear communication and negotiation skills — with the ability to influence outcomes without formal authority
Analytical mindset with operational judgment — you can see the story behind the data
Location: You're local to Chatsworth, CA or able to relocate within 14 days to join our onsite team
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Bonus opportunity annually
Medical, Dental, and FREE Vision Coverage
Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Holidays + Generous PTO
Flexible schedules with your choice of Mon-Fri or 9/80.
Casual work environment – no lab coats, just casual jeans
Kickstart your shift in style – with our awesome shoe credit program!
Ongoing career development opportunities
Company
Align Aerospace
Align Aerospace is a distribution company that offers supply chain solutions for aerospace hardware and various components.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jerome de Truchis
Chief Executive Officer
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