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Job Title

Buyer

Reporting To

Manager, Materials - SDG

Work Schedule

Onsite – Santa Barbara, CA

Moog's Santa Barbara Operations Provides Sub‑systems And Components For Every Mission Critical System On a Modern Military Vehicle. Our Heritage Is In Electrohydraulic And Electromechanical Actuation Systems And Now, Through Acquisitions And Internal Development, Moog Provides Expert Solutions In:

• Stabilized Turret Drive Systems Integrated Weapon Systems (full turret from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software)
• Ammunition Handling
• Data Control and Distribution
• Power Management and Distribution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or equivalent AND two (2) years as a Buyer
• Alternatively, an associate degree in business, engineering or equivalent AND five (5) years related experience in buyer/sourcing
• APICS Certification in Purchasing, Production, and Inventory Control is desired
• Lean Manufacturing Certification or experience is desired

Responsibilities

• Buying: Commodity source, negotiate price and lead time: execute RFQ to PO sourcing within commodity strategy, ability to negotiate flexible supply strategies to achieve cost and lead‑time goals / have intimate understanding of key suppliers/coach and support RFQ activities for solution development
• Leadership: Cross functional leadership ability: has ability to facilitate/influence cross functional discussions with peers within product line team driving towards consensus/gain commitment to agreed‑upon action plans and follow‑up to commitments within the organization
• Problem Solving: Root Cause/Corrective Actions: developing structured problem‑solving methodology (Ex. A3, 5 Why, 8D, Production Pareto, and RC/CA) to approach issues and develop solutions with a continual improvement mindset/can facilitate & influence group together to solve a problem, starting to use structure (methodology) - leading to consistent results/can recognize and elevate when effort is stalling
• Planning: Top Level Assemblies: working the constraints/mastery of part requirement and associated impacts up and down the supply chain, including historical and trending analysis, and advanced planning parameters/manage a master schedule, utilize capacity planning tools, construct basic planning bills, and begin to identify supply risks & opportunities
• Continuous Improvement: Subject matter expert in idea generation and implementation: understand Product Line goals and strategic direction/generate new ideas using analytics & data to assess trends within SME scope/frame opportunity and present for consideration to SC strategic team

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits on day one.
• Flexible planned vacation.
• 401K, Retirement Savings Plan, profit share, and employee stock purchase options.
• Inclusive company culture.
• Work a 9/80 schedule with every‑other Friday off!

Salary Range Transparency

Santa Barbara, CA $85,000.00–$100,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region‑specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844‑367‑5787.

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Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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