Supply Chain Buyer

The role

The Supply Chain Buyer manages end-to-end procurement execution and supplier management. This role handles the full lifecycle from RFQ through PO execution to meet cost, quality, and schedule targets.

What you will do

• Lead sourcing efforts including RFQ development, supplier selection, negotiation, and PO management.
• Serve as the primary interface between suppliers and customers.
• Own demand fulfillment accountability for quality, cost, and schedule.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships using performance data and KPIs.
• Provide tactical support on customer and supplier contracts.
• Identify process gaps and improve operational workflows.
• Maintain feedback loop with internal supplier quality.

Required qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in procurement or supply chain execution owning commodities such as machined components, electronics, sheet metal, raw material, PCB/PCBA, capex, indirect.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or related field.
• Strong project management instincts.
• Ability to navigate engineering data including drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Ability to build cross-functional relationships with engineers and supply chain peers.
• Experience working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Proficiency with ERP related systems and purchasing/planning functions.

Nice to have

• Experience interpreting GD&T and component profiles to determine manufacturing requirements.
• Track record of successful NPI negotiations without prior purchase or sourcing data.
• Supplier performance management experience influencing improvement through KPI-driven actions.
• Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing industries.
• Experience with personally growing and developing a supply base.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• 401k
• Relocation support may be provided for certain situations
• Flexible vacation policy
• Equity

Before you apply

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, you must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the

About the company

Hadrian is building autonomous factories to reindustrialize America by combining AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing. They help aerospace and defense companies build mission-critical systems.