Buyer - Aircraft on Ground

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

The AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Buyer plays a critical role in the aviation industry, particularly in maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) environments. Their main responsibility is to quickly procure parts and services needed to return grounded aircraft to service, minimizing downtime and operational disruption.

What you’ll do:

• Source and purchase critical aircraft components and parts needed for AOG situations.
• Work with OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), distributors, and brokers to secure parts ASAP.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure priority service.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery terms, often under tight time constraints.
• Coordinate expedited shipping and delivery (including AOG courier services, same-day, next-flight-out, etc.).
• Ensure all parts come with proper documentation (e.g., FAA 8130-3, EASA Form 1).
• Maintain accurate purchase records for audits and traceability.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance teams, engineers, planners, and operations to understand needs and timelines.
• Provide real-time updates to stakeholders on procurement status and ETAs.
• Update procurement and inventory systems (SAP, TRAX Aero) with order status, tracking, and part numbers.
• Make purchasing decisions that balance speed, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Support managing that rework process, working alongside the repair team.
• Responsible for the management and accuracy of his/her Open Purchase Orders, and the proactive identification and mitigation of risks and delays.
• Resolve discrepancies found in goods receipts and invoice receipts.
• Participate in the Procurement SOPs creation.
• Support the development and management of department KPI metrics.
• Travel may be required but on an infrequent basis.

What You Need:

• 5+ years experience in Purchasing or related experience in a manufacturing  environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Finance.
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment and keep up with the constant changes on Engineering designs.
• Detail-oriented, Results Driven, Effective Communication, and a Team Player.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience in Aerospace and/or Automotive industry a plus
• APICS certification

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $82,560 - $103,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to People@archer.com. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.