Buyer

About the Role Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is seeking a Buyer to own end-to-end material planning and purchasing to ensure uninterrupted production and on-time delivery. This hybrid role is based in Culver City, CA and reports to the Supply Chain Manager. What You'll Do

• Take full ownership of the procurement process from demand planning through PO execution and post-delivery follow-through.
• Analyze material requirements to support production, inventory, and forecasts; ensure timely procurement of materials.
• Create and manage purchase requisitions and POs, ensuring pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules accuracy.
• Monitor and expedite open orders to secure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Shipping to resolve material shortages.
• Manage supplier relationships, including negotiations on pricing, lead times, delivery commitments, and service levels.
• Track supplier performance and proactively resolve delivery, quality, and supply-chain issues; escalate critical concerns as needed.
• Resolve discrepancies related to shipments, invoices, returns, and non-conforming materials.
• Maintain procurement records, ERP/MRP data, and inventory parameters.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements; support new product introductions by sourcing components.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. What We're Looking For
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Physics or related field, OR 3+ years of relevant experience in Supply Chain/Operations in manufacturing or related industry.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership in a fast-paced environment.
• Production scheduling experience.
• Ability to work well with all levels of the organization.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident).
• Background check and drug test required. Nice to Have
• Knowledge of BOM structures, MRP/ERP systems and manufacturing planning processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting tools. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per year.
• Pay transparency and opportunity for growth based on knowledge, skills, and experience.