Senior Technical Buyer

Senior Technical Buyer Location: El Segundo, CA Work Policy: Onsite Level: Level 3 Hiring Count: 1 Performance Expectations: Quickly procure complex equipment by understanding the technical requirements provided by Engineering. Develop clear and complete RFXs so suppliers can accurately respond to requests for information, proposals, and quotes. Hold vendors accountable to timelines while working with internal teams to manage scope creep and avoid unnecessary delays and costs. Who we are Rangeview is on a mission to build the foundry system that reindustrializes America. We exist to break the legacy manufacturing trap by reinventing critical production for the twenty-first century. Through advanced software, deep automation, breakthroughs in materials science, and modern financing strategies, Rangeview rewrites both the cost curve and the power structure of making metal parts. Here is a video where you can check out our team, office and what we are doing here at Rangeview, Inc. What's in it for you As a Senior Technical Buyer, you will independently lead the sourcing and procurement of complex equipment, outside processes, and other areas of technical scope in support of Rangeview's growing manufacturing operations. This is not a transactional purchasing role. You will work directly with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and suppliers to translate technical requirements into clear RFXs, evaluate proposals, identify gaps and risks, negotiate commercial terms, and drive purchases from initial sourcing through delivery and acceptance. You will be expected to understand the technical details behind what you are buying, ask the right questions when requirements are incomplete, and make sound commercial decisions in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. As Rangeview continues to scale its manufacturing capabilities and facilities, you will also help build the repeatable sourcing processes, supplier relationships, and procurement infrastructure needed to support that growth. What you'll need Bachelor's degree in a science, technical, manufacturing, industrial technology, supply chain, or related field; relevant trade-school or technical training is also valued. In lieu of a degree, 5+ years of directly relevant experience purchasing complex equipment in a manufacturing environment may be considered. Demonstrated excellence in technical purchasing, industrial equipment sourcing, manufacturing engineering, or a closely related role, including experience independently managing complex purchasing or sourcing decisions from initial requirements through final resolution. Practical fluency with engineering drawings, measurements, dimensional tolerances, equipment specifications, and technical supplier discussions, as well as the ability to confidently ask precise technical questions and identify missing or incomplete information. Strong written and verbal communication skills, commercial instincts, and negotiation experience. Ability to compare technically complex supplier proposals and make objective sourcing recommendations. Strong organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and accountability. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced onsite manufacturing environment. Comfort navigating applicable standards, revisions, testing requirements, and acceptance criteria. Ability to work effectively across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain. Ability to pivot in a start-up environment where things change quickly and diversity of thought and creativity are valued. What you'll do Partner closely with engineers (Production and R&D) to understand the technical requirements needed for purchases, which include, but are not limited to, equipment, materials, parts, processes, and facility upgrades. Own assigned category purchases end to end, including sourcing strategy, supplier research, RFXs, technical and commercial bid analysis, negotiation, purchase order execution, and supplier follow-through…

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