Buyer

## Description

**Entry-Level Buyer - Aerospace Manufacturing**

**Omada International | Oklahoma City, OK**

Are you looking to start a hands-on career in **aerospace manufacturing**? Do you enjoy working in a production environment where keeping materials flowing is critical to success? At **Omada International**, our Buyers play a direct role in keeping the factory running – and as your knowledge and skills grow, so do your opportunities for financial growth.

We are seeking an **Entry-Level Buyer** to support our manufacturing operations by ensuring materials, hardware, and outside processing services are available when production needs them.

**What You’ll Do**

In this role, you’ll work closely with production, engineering, quality, and experienced procurement team members to support daily manufacturing needs.

**Key responsibilities include:**

• Purchasing hardware, materials, and outside processing (OSP) services needed for production
• Reviewing material requirements tied to manufacturing schedules and work orders
• Verifying part specifications and engineering requirements before ordering
• Checking inventory levels to prevent shortages or production delays
• Requesting quotes from approved suppliers and comparing price and lead times
• Creating and updating purchase orders in the ERP/MRP system (EPICOR)
• Tracking orders to ensure on-time delivery to support the shop floor
• Communicating material shortages, late deliveries, or supplier issues to production teams
• Assisting with supplier follow-ups related to delivery or quality concerns
• Performing cycle counts to support accurate inventory
• Maintaining organized purchasing and supplier documentation
• Following Quality Management System (QMS) and safety procedures

**Why You’ll Love This Job**

• **Direct Impact on Production:** Your work helps keep machines running and jobs on schedule.
• **Manufacturing Exposure:** Gain real-world experience on the shop floor and with production teams.
• **Hands-On Learning:**Learn aerospace procurement, inventory flow, and supplier coordination from experienced professionals.
• **Clear Growth Path:** Build skills that can lead to Buyer II, Supply Chain, or Operations roles.
• **Fast-Growing Organization:** Join a company where manufacturing demand is increasing and opportunities expand with it.
• **Stable Aerospace Industry:** Work in a high-precision, long-term manufacturing environment.

**Additional Benefits We Offer**

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company Sponsored Life-Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

## Qualifications
**What We’re Looking For**

• **1-3 years** of experience in manufacturing, purchasing, inventory, logistics, or a related field (*Education, technical training, or internships will be considered)*
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Willingness to learn and take direction in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Comfortable communicating with production teams, suppliers, and leadership
• Basic computer skills; experience with ERP/MRP systems is helpful but not required
• Team-driven mindset with a strong sense of accountability

**Work Environment and Physical Requirements**

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor work
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach, and handle materials throughout the day
• Occasionally lift up to **50 lbs**
• Comfortable working around machinery and on concrete floors
• Proper PPE required and provided
• Reasonable accommodations available under ADA guidelines

• **Work Authorization Requirement**
• This position is subject to **ITAR regulations**. Candidates must qualify as a **U.S. Person** (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).
• **Equal Opportunity Employer**
• Omada International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable civil rights and disability laws.