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Purchasing Manager-Permanent Hire

TEKsystems
$110,000.00 - $145,000.00 / yr
United States, Connecticut, Simsbury
Apr 24, 2026
HIRING: Purchasing Manager (Aerospace & Defense) - Lead the Supply Chain. Own the Suppliers. Build the Team. One of my top Aerospace & Defense clients is on a major growth track - projected to double market share over the next 3-5 years - and they need a hands-on Purchasing Manager to run procurement, lead Buyers, and drive supplier performance in a highly regulated environment. This is a high-impact leadership role: you'll be the person who keeps manufacturing moving - on time, on cost, on quality. What you'll own (high level) * Lead the procurement function end-to-end (materials, components, services) * Manage & develop a team of Buyers / Procurement Specialists * Build supplier strategy: negotiate pricing, terms, LTAs, contracts * Drive supplier performance: OTD, quality, responsiveness + corrective actions * Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, Planning to protect schedules * Improve ERP/MRP parameters to balance inventory + lead times * Run cost-reduction initiatives: negotiations, value engineering, efficiency * Ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO, FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CPSR and flow-downs * Identify & mitigate supplier risk (capacity, single-source, geopolitical, financial) What they're looking for (the must-haves) * Expert-level experience in Purchasing / Supply Chain within Aerospace & Defense * Proven people leadership (leading Buyers, setting KPIs, building accountability) * Strong in contract negotiation + supplier relationship management * Comfortable in manufacturing environments with fast-moving priorities * ERP/MRP experience: SAP, Oracle, IFS (any is fine-strength matters) Preferred: Bachelor's (Supply Chain/Business/Engineering). Certifications like APICS/CPIM, CPSM, or PMP are a plus. Why this role stands out Growth-mode company with real runway Leadership + strategy + execution (not just "paper pushing") Visibility across Ops/Engineering/Quality You'll build systems, suppliers, and a team that scales Interested? Let's make this easy. If this sounds like you, Apply and I'll give you the full details on the call. #Aerospace #Defense #SupplyChain #Procurement #Purchasing #Manufacturing #AS9100 #ITAR #FARDFARS #ERP #Leadership Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Simsbury, CT. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $145000.00/yr. Company benefits presented to candidate once identified. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Simsbury,CT. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.