We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, youll enjoy a career with us!

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Ontic’s Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,700 employees across four time zones and nine sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace. 

Our team is looking for a Buyer II to join them. You will report to the Procurement Manager and will have an onsite work structure in Chatsworth, CA. 

To be considered for the Buyer II opening, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you: 

• 2+ years of experience in a Buyer, Procurement, or Supply Chain role within a manufacturing or aerospace environment.

• Working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to perform cost and price analysis for both competitive and non-competitive procurement activities.
• Strong knowledge of material planning concepts, including lot sizing, production scheduling, and supply/demand alignment.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Visual, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Excellent communication, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and accountability; comfortable managing multiple high-priority issues simultaneously.

As a Buyer II, you will: 

• Send request for quotes to suppliers for pricing, delivery and inventory position.
• Selects and awards direct or indirect material purchase orders for assigned products; negotiates and institutes long-term pricing agreements as appropriate.
• Performs cost/price analysis for competitive and non-competitive procurements; responsible for obtaining favorable price variances.
• Assist in managing supplier schedules at PO creation to ensure alignment with production needs and delivery commitments.
• Identify potential supply chain risks and support mitigation actions to minimize disruptions to material flow.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Planning and various Value Streams to help prioritize and expedite critical materials.
• Support compliance with applicable processes, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards where applicable.
• Assist Delivery Assurance, when necessary, with coordination of recovery plans for late or at-risk materials to support on-time production.
• Resolves invoice issues, implements engineering changes, and coordinates rework and return purchase orders.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, risks, and status updates.
• Perform other duties as required.

Our Benefits: 

• Comprehensive medical insurance 
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave 
• Company 401K plan with up to 4 matched contribution 
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance) 
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Paid volunteering opportunities 
• Access to mental health champions across our sites 
• Commitment to development 
• Employee referral program 

LI-Onsite 

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

Compensation Pay Range

$80,000 - $90,000/year, based on experience  

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