trustautomation
Purchasing Manager
At a Glance
- Location
- San Luis Obispo
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Compensation
- ay scale for this position - $138,000.00 - $150,000 annually By submitting your a
- Posted
- 2026-07-17T14:47:34-04:00
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Domain Knowledge
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Engineering
- Government
- Manufacturing
- Regulatory
- Supply Chain
Requirements
Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience working with government contracts, including FAR and DFARS compliance.
Prior experience managing buyers and/or subcontract specialists.
Experience supporting DoD or other federal government customers.
May participate in the identity verification process to access secure client or government portals by authorizing certified supplier or customer management platforms to obtain information from your personal credit profile or other information, solely to verify your identity.
Familiarity with DCMA/DCAA audits and government compliance reviews.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay scale for this position - $138,000.00 - $150,000 annually
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Responsibilities
The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading and executing all procurement and subcontracting activities in support of a rapidly growing manufacturing operation serving the U.S.
Department of Defense (DoD), government contractors, as well as commercial customers.
This role ensures timely, compliant, and cost-effective acquisition of materials, components, and services while meeting all applicable government contracting requirements.
The Purchasing Manager will lead a team of buyers and subcontract specialists, drive supplier performance, and ensure full compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations.
Lead all purchasing and subcontracting activities in support of government-related or commercial manufacturing programs.
Work concurrently with the compliance team to ensure FAR, DFARS, and flow-down requirements in all purchase orders and subcontracts.