Aerospace Principal Buyer

Join Align Aerospace as an onsite Aerospace Logistics Data Accuracy Principal Buyer.

As our Principal Buyer, you will transform complex data into clear decisions, ensuring every purchase order, supplier partnership, and cost analysis aligns with our mission: keeping aircraft—and our operations—flying flawlessly.

Be the expert who ensures every purchase lands exactly where it should. You will manage a select commodity portfolio, review team POs for accuracy and compliance, and serve as a trusted escalation point for supplier challenges. Lead supplier visits, performance reviews, and cost analyses that move the needle for quality, delivery, and margin.

• Process SAP lifecycle purchasing, PO compliance, and vendor performance tracking.
• Create Power BI & Excel dashboards for cost modeling, variance analysis, and supplier scorecards.
• Conduct supplier relationship and business review frameworks for continuous improvement and negotiation excellence.
• Collaborate cross‑functional with Planning, Quality, and Sales to keep every fastener and forecast on course.

• Employability:
  Ability to work in the US without sponsorship.
• 5+ years progressive purchasing experience, including 3+ years senior‑level analytical or procurement.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred); demonstrated success in complex purchasing, supplier management, or analytical roles is equally valued.
• Expert‑level system knowledge—proficiency in SAP or other similar ERP system.
• Strong Excel and Power BI skills—pivot tables, trend analysis, dashboards.
• Proven experience conducting supplier performance reviews and corrective action follow‑ups.
• Exceptional attention to detail; clear communication and negotiation skills without formal authority.
• Location:
  
  Local to Chatsworth, CA or able to relocate within 14 days for onsite team.

• 401(k) with company match.
• Annual bonus opportunity.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Company‑paid Life and Long‑Term Disability insurance.
• Paid holidays + generous PTO.
• Flexible schedules with Mon‑Fri or 9/80 option.
• Casual work environment—no lab coats, just casual jeans.
• Shoe credit program and ongoing career development opportunities.

Salary $85,000 to $90,000 (DOE).

Location:

Chatsworth, CA – onsite.

At Align Aerospace, we believe diversity fuels innovation and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual—regardless of race, color, religion, gender, identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic—is valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome unique perspectives and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.