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United States, NW Georgia · Job Posted June 09, 2026
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BrainWorks has been retained by a growing aerospace and defense manufacturer seeking to add a Buyer to their team in NW Georgia. This is a high-impact role supporting a manufacturing environment where procurement plays a critical role in ensuring supply continuity, cost control, and operational performance. The position offers a blend of strategic sourcing and hands-on execution, with strong cross-functional exposure across operations, inventory, and finance.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business goals
  • Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and contract terms
  • Drive cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives while maintaining quality and delivery standards
  • Take requisitions through full cycle to purchase order execution, ensuring accuracy and alignment with demand
  • Actively manage and communicate with the supply base, keeping orders moving and ensuring on-time delivery
  • Navigate sourcing challenges and supply constraints to maintain production continuity
  • Evaluate and onboard suppliers
  • monitor performance on cost, quality, and delivery
  • Partner closely with operations, inventory, and accounting to ensure material availability and budget alignment
  • Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for new suppliers or improved sourcing strategies

Requirements

  • 1+ years of strategic sourcing experience for direct materials (composites experience is a strong plus)
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment (aerospace/defense a plus)
  • Familiarity with FAR/DFARS regulations
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • US Citizen (required)

Nice to have

  • composites experience
  • aerospace/defense experience

What we offer

  • Relocation support available
  • Every other Friday off

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