Sourcing Buyer

Our Sensors Division in Gilbert, AZ is looking for a Buyer to join their team! As a Sourcing Buyer, you will be responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier risk management, contract management, supplier negotiations, and cost/spend management. You will manage supplier relationships, ensuring optimal performance in terms of quality, cost, delivery, service, and sustainability to maintain a reliable and cost-effective supply chain. A key part of your role will be driving the onboarding process for new machine shop vendors, from NDA initiation through to the production phase.

Location: Gilbert, AZ

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Your Challenge

• Support cross-functional projects aimed at improving supply chain efficiency and performance.

• Evaluate supplier quotes and capabilities, assist in vendor selection, and recommend potential suppliers with knowledge of machine shop processes.

• Work closely with the quality team to support supplier onboarding and offboarding activities.

• Assist in identifying cost-saving opportunities, including basic make-versus-buy evaluations and alternate sourcing options.

• Support Work Transfer initiatives by gathering data and helping assess sourcing options to improve cost and reduce risk.

• Participate in negotiations and help develop long-term agreements that secure quality and value from suppliers.

• Monitor assigned subcontracts, tracking cost, schedule, and scope to ensure compliance and performance.

• Contribute to commodity management efforts, including price tracking, market research, and availability analysis.

• Participate in supplier site visits to help evaluate production capabilities, performance, and delivery.

• Collaborate with other team members and departments to ensure sourcing goals are met.

What you bring

• 3–5 years of experience in sourcing, supplier coordination, or procurement, preferably in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.

• Familiarity with cost analysis, basic contract terms, and supplier performance metrics.

• Experience working in a collaborative, cross-functional team setting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers.

Who We Are

With over 50 years of experience in aviation technology, Curtiss-Wright's Sensors & Controls Division is continuing the legacy of flight innovation, providing critical components on a variety of commercial, defense and industrial platforms. From solenoid valves and sensors to linear and rotary actuators, we work closely with systems integrators to deliver the most reliable products on the market.

Curtiss-Wright's Sensors & Controls Division is a key partner to major commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers, including Boeing and Airbus. The Division includes businesses that produce high performance electro-mechanical actuation, precision position sensors, fluid controls and motion control subsystems, as well as complex structural components for aerospace applications. Find out more information and view our products here: https://www.cw-sensors.com

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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