Buyer at RBC Bearings in Santa Ana, California

Job Description:

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense, and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace, and defense markets. We currently have 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and our market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.


Transport Dynamics, a division of RBC Bearings, Inc., located in Santa Ana, CA, is the leading manufacturer of self-lubricated bearings for space, aerospace and industrial applications, is currently looking for Buyer individual to join our team!


Roles & Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Materials Manager, team of other Buyer / Planners, Manufacturing Supervisors, Engineers, and Operators in areas of responsibility
• Stock and non-stock order management in a manufacturing environment
• Exercises a key role in accomplishing plant customer service and inventory objectives (Raw/WIP/Buffers/Bulk) through effective inventory management/materials planning for assigned commodities and operational schedules
• Works closely with suppliers to make sure supplier on-time is achieved. Able to foresee potential roadblocks and provide recommendations, solutions, or notify manager.
• Issues forecasts to selected vendors to assure reliable supply chain performance
• Provides assistance to all raw material/WIP warehousing and shipping/receiving functions as required
• Reschedule orders (push in and out)
• Run MRP and create purchase orders as well as invoice resolution
• Expedite orders with vendors/suppliers
• React and manage quality issues with suppliers
• Work closely with Quality Department to review and disposition non-confirming material
• Interprets and applies company, policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards and U.S. government regulations, i.e., FAR, DFAR, SOX Compliance.
• Working understanding of AS9100 standards.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job function. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.


Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration preferably in Supply Chain/Operations Management highly preferred.
• Minimum recent 2 years experience in an aerospace metal chip cutting environment.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Be a highly motivated, self-starter that is capable of multi-tasking.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Ability to handle fast paced working environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook)
• Effective verbal and written skills
• Able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Project Management skills
• Highly analytical and critical thinker
• Expertise in analyzing procurement costs, conducting cost-benefit analyses, and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or compliance.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions in supplier contracts, including pricing, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
• Proficiency in identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, including disruptions related to transportation, geopolitical events, or natural disasters.
• Ability, willingness to travel up to 25% depending on business needs and engage with suppliers
• A general understanding of Aerospace drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Physical & Environmental Factors:


While performing the duties of this job, the employee generally works indoors within the office and manufacturing areas. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate or loud. Also, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or to hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.



This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident ["green card" holders] or have refugee or asylee status.




**Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. The pay range represents the low and high end of the salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, education, skills, qualifications, performance, and business or organizational needs.



Pay Range: $28.85 - 38.46 per hour



RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Apply Now