Purchasing Manager

Reata Engineering & Machine Works Inc.(Reata) a state-of-the-art contract manufacturer specializing in comprehensive machining and assembly services is seeking a Purchasing Manager. This position is responsible for all purchasing activities across raw materials machined components and outside processing services in support of our precision manufacturing operations.

This is a hands-on individual contributor role. The Purchasing Manager owns the full procurement function and serves as the primary point of contact for all supplier relationships.

Overview

The Purchasing Manager ensures materials and outside services are sourced competitively delivered on time and compliant with ISO 9001:2015 ISO 13485 AS9100:2016 and ITAR requirements. This role combines strategic sourcing vendor negotiation and daily PO execution. The Purchasing Manager directly impacts gross margin cash flow and customer delivery performance.

Skills

Our Purchasing Manager must possess strong procurement capabilities tailored to a high-tech CNC machining environment. Candidates must demonstrate:

• Strong ERP and MRP-driven purchasing experience
• Experience sourcing raw materials (aluminum stainless specialty alloys etc.)
• Experience procuring outside machining and processing (plating anodize heat treat coatings passivation etc.)
• Ability to negotiate pricing lead times and payment terms
• Strong understanding of aerospace medical and defense compliance requirements
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and material specifications
• Experience managing vendor OTD performance
• Strong Excel and cost analysis skills
• Excellent communication and vendor relationship management skills

An understanding of precision machined components and manufacturing workflows is essential.

Characteristics

Our Purchasing Manager embodies the following traits:

• Strong ownership mindset
• Commercially disciplined and margin-focused
• Organized and process-driven
• Proactive communicator
• Calm and decisive under supply chain pressure
• Detail-oriented and documentation-focused
• Collaborative across production engineering quality and finance

They understand that purchasing performance directly impacts operational success and profitability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Vendor Management

• Establish and maintain supplier relationships
• Source and qualify new vendors
• Maintain approved supplier list
• Negotiate pricing lead times and payment terms
• Manage vendor performance and accountability

Purchase Order Execution

• Create and manage all purchase orders for:
  • Raw materials
  • Outside machining
  • Outside processing
  • Subcontracted services
• Ensure POs reflect correct revisions certifications and compliance requirements
• Obtain and track vendor acknowledgements

Expediting & OTD Management

• Monitor open PO status daily
• Expedite critical materials
• Track and report supplier on-time delivery
• Resolve shortages and late deliveries

Cost & Margin Management

• Perform competitive bid comparisons
• Identify cost-saving opportunities
• Support quoting team with current supplier pricing
• Analyze material pricing trends
• Support working capital and inventory discipline

ERP & Compliance

• Maintain accurate vendor and pricing data in ERP
• Ensure traceability and certification documentation
• Support AS9100 ISO 13485 ISO 9001 and ITAR compliance

Daily Tasks and Responsibilities

Daily Planning

• Review production schedule and material demand
• Identify upcoming material and processing requirements

PO Creation & Follow-Up

• Generate purchase orders
• Confirm acknowledgements and delivery dates
• Update ERP with confirmed dates

Expediting

• Follow up on critical materials
• Communicate proactively with vendors
• Escalate supply risks internally

Vendor Coordination

• Address shortages discrepancies or nonconforming materials
• Coordinate with Quality and Production as needed

End-of-Day

• Review open PO report
• Confirm next-day priorities
• Update ERP notes and vendor communications

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associates or Bachelors preferred)
• 5 years purchasing experience in manufacturing
• Strong ERP/MRP experience
• Experience negotiating pricing and supplier terms
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
  

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace defense medical or semiconductor industries
• Familiarity with AS9100 environments
• Experience managing outside processing vendors
• Lean or supply chain certifications
  

Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based with regular shop interaction
• Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds
  

Work Environment

Reatas facility is equipped with advanced CNC technology and automation systems providing a clean organized and safety-focused environment. The Purchasing Manager plays a critical role in supporting production continuity and driving margin performance through disciplined supply chain execution.

Benefits

At Reata we believe in fostering a supportive and engaging work environment that empowers our team to grow innovate and achieve their full potential. Heres a glimpse of the benefits youll enjoy as part of our team:

• Competitive Salary: We offer salaries that match or exceed industry standards reflecting the value and skills you bring to our team. We also offer ample opportunities for overtime allowing you to enhance your earnings as you contribute to our shared success. Our customer focused approach and commitment to meeting our goals mean that there are plenty of chances to go above and beyond the standard workweek. For those eager to take advantage this can significantly boost your income while playing a critical role in our companys achievements.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with our premium health dental and vision insurance plans with significant contributions from us to keep you and your family healthy. Our plans include company-paid group term life insurance and long-term disability benefits as well as a variety of supplemental health insurance options.
• Retirement Planning: Plan for your future with our 401(k) program including generous company matching to help you save for retirement. Our plans include traditional and ROTH options to help you maximize your future benefits.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: We support a healthy work-life balance through flexible working hours and a generous paid time off policy that encourages you to recharge.
• Professional Development: Advance your career with our continuous learning opportunities including tuition reimbursement professional certification courses and attendance at industry conferences.
• Unique Culture and Team Building: Experience our unique culture with transparent communication regular team meetings and company-wide events that build camaraderie and a sense of belonging.
• Career Advancement: We offer clear paths for career progression with mentorship programs and leadership training to help you reach your professional goals.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Join a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusive practices are the norm ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
• Relocation Support: For candidates meeting certain conditions and requirements that are moving to join us we offer comprehensive relocation assistance to make your transition as smooth as possible.
• Employee Recognition: We recognize and reward your contributions and achievements with regular recognition programs and awards.

Join Reata and be part of a team where your well-being is our priority and your career growth is part of our mission to create an exceptional workplace.

Legal Disclaimers and Company Commitment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reata is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Reata are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion or belief national social or ethnic origin sex (including pregnancy) age physical mental or sensory disability HIV Status sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression marital civil union or domestic partnership status past or present military service family medical history or genetic information family or parental status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

At-Will Employment

It is important to note that all employment at Reata including the position advertised is on an at-will basis. This means that either you or Reata can terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason with or without notice and with or without cause. Nothing in this job posting or in any document or statement written or oral shall limit the right to terminate employment at-will. No manager supervisor or employee of Reata has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing. Furthermore any offer of employment is conditioned on the completion of a background check and any other pre-employment screenings that may be required for the position. By applying for this position you acknowledge that you have read and understood the terms of this at-will employment disclaimer.

Compliance with Local Laws

In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act Reata provides a salary range for all positions listed in job postings. The salary range and benefits offered are detailed in this posting and the final salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on qualifications skills education and experience.

Accessibility and Accommodation

Reata complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact our Human Resources Department at.

Right to Modify Employment Terms

This job posting is for a position in a company that is continually evolving. As such the duties and responsibilities of this position may change over time. Employees are expected to be flexible and responsive to changes in the scope of their duties. All employees are expected to comply with Reatas policies and procedures.

1Compensation is commensurate with skills education and experience.

Required Experience:

Manager