Purchasing Specialist
Atlanta, GA / Los Angeles, CA
Manufacturing – Supply Chain /
Full-time /
On-site
Hermeus is a venture capital-backed aerospace and defense technology company. The business is focused on building high-speed products that sustainably deliver asymmetric advantage to the Department of Defense and allied partners. Utilizing an iterative development approach to aircraft, Hermeus’ high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft aim to deliver capabilities at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s.
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Purchasing Specialist to join our team. This role will focus on direct materials and play a critical role in the overall success of Hermeus' supply chain model. Acting as a critical part of our procurement process, our Purchasing Specialist will play a pivotal role in ensuring on-time delivery of critical components for vehicle programs.
Responsibilities:
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard potential suppliers
- Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating terms and conditions to secure advantageous agreements
- Conduct routine procurement tasks, including issuing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and maintaining accurate records
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials and services, managing supplier performance and resolving supply issues
- Ensure supplier and purchase order accuracy of master data in ERP and maintain information as required
- Conduct standard material cost reviews, cost variance/change analytics and execute action plans for cost management
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field
- 3-5 years purchasing or related technical experience
- Experience supporting direct materials procurement
- Strong negotiation skills especially related to cost and payment terms
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment
- Strong work ethic with a high degree of flexibility
- Familiarity with procurement/ERP systems
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience in or at an Aerospace or Defense manufacturer
- Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS)
$80,000 - $110,000 a year
The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.
Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Unlimited PTO
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave
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U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
