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 Buyer
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 (Contract -to - Hire)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Sigma Design has collaborated with a specialized aviation-technology company seeking an experienced
 
 Buyer
 
 to join their facility in Hood River, Oregon. This company is a global pioneer in precision approach guidance and airspace surveillance solutions. This position is contract to hire role. This role is In-Office
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 While on contract you are eligible for:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance including some with FSA and HSA
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 401(k) with up to 4% company match
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Quarterly bonus program
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Salary: $95,000 - $110,000 annually/DOE
 
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Primary Function:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Buyer is responsible for securing the materials, components, and services that keep aerospace production moving. In this role, you&rsquo;ll manage the entire purchasing cycle&mdash;from identifying and qualifying suppliers to negotiating contracts, placing orders, and driving cost-reduction initiatives. Success requires close collaboration with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Production to ensure build schedules and customer commitments are met. Compliance with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, and company standards is an essential part of every transaction.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Identify, evaluate, and source qualified suppliers (domestic and international).
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Request and analyze quotations to ensure best value across cost, quality, and delivery.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreements; support supplier development and cost-saving initiatives.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Place and track purchase orders; resolve issues with shortages, discrepancies, and non-conforming materials.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Monitor supplier performance through scorecards and corrective actions; escalate risks and implement recovery plans.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Maintain accurate item, lead-time, and pricing data in the ERP/MRP system (Sage 100 or similar).
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Partner with Production Planners and Engineers to expedite parts and support engineering changes.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR, AS9100, and customer requirements in all purchasing activities.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Participate in continuous improvement, inventory reduction, and new product introduction projects.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.
 
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Abilities)
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 
 High School Diploma or equivalent required
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Minimum of 3 years of purchasing or procurement experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 standards, ITAR/EAR regulations, and aerospace material specifications.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (Sage 100, SAP, or equivalent).
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Proven negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship-building skills.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills across teams and cultures.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Effective time management with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and delegate where needed.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.).
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Professional certifications such as APICS CPIM/CSCP or ISM CPSM/CSM preferred.
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 ITAR - Permanent resident of the United States (&ldquo;U.S. person&rdquo; as defined by ITAR)
 
 
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Background - Pass a post-offer background verification.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Work Environment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Standard office environment with normal office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers.
 
 
 
 
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Buyer

<div><div>Buyer 
(Contract -to - Hire)</div> 
Sigma Design has collaborated with a specialized aviation-technology company seeking an experienced Buyer to join their facility in Hood River, Oregon. This company is a global pioneer in precision approach guidance and airspace surveillance solutions. This position is contract to hire role. This role is In-Office 
 
While on contract you are eligible for:
<ul><li>Multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance including some with FSA and HSA
</li><li>401(k) with up to 4% company match
</li><li>15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays
</li><li>Quarterly bonus program</li><li>
Voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance</li><li>
Salary: $95,000 - $110,000 annually/DOE</li></ul> 

Primary Function: 
The Buyer is responsible for securing the materials, components, and services that keep aerospace production moving. In this role, you&rsquo;ll manage the entire purchasing cycle&mdash;from identifying and qualifying suppliers to negotiating contracts, placing orders, and driving cost-reduction initiatives. Success requires close collaboration with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Production to ensure build schedules and customer commitments are met. Compliance with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, and company standards is an essential part of every transaction. 
 
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Identify, evaluate, and source qualified suppliers (domestic and international).</li><li>
Request and analyze quotations to ensure best value across cost, quality, and delivery.</li><li>
Negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreements; support supplier development and cost-saving initiatives.</li><li>
Place and track purchase orders; resolve issues with shortages, discrepancies, and non-conforming materials.</li><li>
Monitor supplier performance through scorecards and corrective actions; escalate risks and implement recovery plans.</li><li>
Maintain accurate item, lead-time, and pricing data in the ERP/MRP system (Sage 100 or similar).</li><li>
Partner with Production Planners and Engineers to expedite parts and support engineering changes.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR, AS9100, and customer requirements in all purchasing activities.</li><li>
Participate in continuous improvement, inventory reduction, and new product introduction projects.</li><li>
Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.
</li></ul> 
Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Abilities)<ul><li>
High School Diploma or equivalent required</li><li>
Minimum of 3 years of purchasing or procurement experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing.</li><li>
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 standards, ITAR/EAR regulations, and aerospace material specifications.</li><li>
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (Sage 100, SAP, or equivalent).</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.</li><li>
Proven negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship-building skills.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills across teams and cultures.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li><li>
Effective time management with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and delegate where needed.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.).</li><li>
Professional certifications such as APICS CPIM/CSCP or ISM CPSM/CSM preferred.</li><li>
ITAR - Permanent resident of the United States (&ldquo;U.S. person&rdquo; as defined by ITAR)</li><li>
Background - Pass a post-offer background verification.</li></ul>
Work Environment 
Standard office environment with normal office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers. 
SigmaDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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