IT BuyerThe IT Buyer plays a critical role in supporting the procurement of materials, equipment, and services essential to building and launching Terran R rockets. This position works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams to ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective purchasing that supports innovative aerospace manufacturing. The role focuses on IT and indirect purchasing within a manufacturing environment, leveraging ERP systems and strong supplier management to optimize value for the business.
Responsibilities:
Process purchase requests into purchase orders using ERP systems efficiently and accurately, ensuring data integrity and timely order placement.
Manage invoice workflows and cleanup activities to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate procurement and financial records.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, finance, and other internal teams to gather procurement requirements and translate them into clear RFQs and purchase orders.
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with suppliers to optimize cost, delivery performance, and overall value for the organization.
Manage and maintain supplier relationships under the guidance of Category Managers, ensuring quality, reliability, and responsiveness.
Resolve procurement issues throughout the lifecycle of an order, including handling invoice discrepancies, delivery delays, and order changes.
Support strategic sourcing initiatives aimed at improving procurement processes, reducing costs, and enhancing supplier performance.
Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and procedures while maintaining accurate documentation in ERP and related systems.
Use Excel and other tools to analyze purchasing data, monitor key metrics, and support continuous improvement across the supply chain.
Essential Skills:
Minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience within IT or indirect purchasing.
Minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Odoo, or NetSuite for purchase order creation and procurement workflows.
Proficiency in purchase order creation and end-to-end order management.
Strong invoice management skills, including the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Solid understanding of general supply chain and procurement processes.
Demonstrated negotiation skills in pricing, lead times, and contractual terms.
Proficiency in Excel for data analysis, reporting, and tracking procurement activities.
Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Experience supporting strategic sourcing initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement.
Familiarity with managing supplier relationships in collaboration with Category Managers.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing transactions within ERP systems.
Ability to prioritize multiple purchase requests and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication skills to clearly convey requirements to internal stakeholders and suppliers.
Analytical mindset to evaluate supplier performance, cost structures, and process efficiency.
Work Environment:
This role operates in a manufacturing environment located in Long Beach, supporting the production of advanced aerospace systems. The IT Buyer works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams on-site, using ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Odoo, or NetSuite, along with Excel and other standard office tools. The environment is fast-paced and highly collaborative, focused on precision, reliability, and continuous improvement in supply chain and procurement processes. Appropriate professional attire is expected to align with a modern manufacturing and office setting.
Job Type & Location: This is a Contract position based out of Long Beach, CA.
Pay and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Long Beach, CA.Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.
