Senior Buyer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise.  Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members. What you’ll do:   Position: Senior Buyer. Full time. Reports to the Purchasing Manager. Manages all purchasing/ordering activities on targeted programs and/or categories of the aircraft, including but not limited to the creation and management of all flows to and from Archer Supply base (Purchase Orders, Transfer Orders, Return), on time, on quality and in alignment with   Archer sourcing strategy.   Responsible for the management and accuracy of his/her Open Purchase Order book, and the proactive identification and mitigation of risks of delays. Participates in the creation and implementation of short, medium term goals for the Purchasing team, aiming to promote effectiveness, efficiency and data accuracy. Achieves or exceeds goals in terms of Purchasing performance, including but not limited to On Time PO placement, On Time PO delivery and material availability. Participates as needed in warehousing activities (receipt, Inventory management). Participate as needed in the selection, development, and implementation of Archer ERP system. Participate in the Procurement SOPs creation Support the development and management of Department KPI metrics TesTravel: Rare.  What you need:   Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Operations. Over 4-6 years of related experience, managing Purchasing/Ordering activities in an ERP driven environment. Experience in Aerospace and/or Automotive industry a plus Ability to work in a fast paced and highly regulated environment Go-getter and results oriented contributor  Effective communicator Solid analytical and computer skills Strong team player Bonus Qualifications:   APICS certification   At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $92,000 - $100,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.