Benefits:
401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Manufacturing Purchasing & Supply Chain Specialist
DMR Technologies | Lafayette, Louisiana
DMR Technologies is a growing advanced drone manufacturer and research company based in Lafayette, Louisiana. We are looking for a Manufacturing Purchasing & Supply Chain Specialist to help strengthen our domestic manufacturing operation through technical sourcing, supplier development, component localization, and hands-on purchasing.
This is not a traditional purchasing role. We are looking for someone who can understand what we are buying, identify capable suppliers, evaluate components and specifications, and work with engineering and manufacturing to improve our supply chain.
What You’ll Do
Source and purchase mechanical, electrical, electronic, structural, and other manufacturing components
Develop and manage relationships with domestic and international suppliers and manufacturers
Review existing components, parts, assemblies, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to identify sourcing opportunities
Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and part requirements
Work with engineering and manufacturing teams to identify equivalent or improved components
Obtain and compare vendor quotes, lead times, MOQs, quality requirements, and commercial terms
Identify opportunities to localize components and reduce reliance on overseas suppliers
Research and qualify new domestic suppliers and contract manufacturers
Translate technical requirements into clear RFQs and supplier specifications
Evaluate whether vendors can manufacture components to required specifications, tolerances, quality standards, and volumes
Assist with component redesign or substitution when parts are difficult to source, costly, or have extended lead times
Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier, pricing, and component information
Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, shortages, and supplier performance
Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, inventory, and leadership to resolve supply chain issues
Identify cost reduction, lead-time reduction, and supply continuity opportunities
Help establish a scalable purchasing and supply chain process as DMR's manufacturing operation grows
What We’re Looking For
Experience in manufacturing purchasing, procurement, supply chain, sourcing, or strategic sourcing
Experience sourcing components for a manufacturing environment
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications
Strong understanding of mechanical and/or electrical components
Ability to communicate technical requirements effectively to suppliers
Experience evaluating vendors based on capability, quality, cost, lead time, and capacity
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work directly with engineers, technicians, manufacturers, and leadership
Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to get into the details of a component or manufacturing problem
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with BOMs, RFQs, ERP systems, MRP systems, or manufacturing inventory systems
Experience with component localization or domestic supplier development
Manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, agricultural equipment, robotics, electronics, drone, or other advanced manufacturing experience
Familiarity with CAD drawings, GD&T, machining, fabrication, injection molding, CNC manufacturing, sheet metal, PCB/electronics, or similar manufacturing processes
Experience sourcing components from both domestic and international suppliers
Technical degree, manufacturing experience, or equivalent hands-on experience
The Person We’re Looking For
We need someone who can look at a component and ask:
Can we source this better? Can we make this domestically? Can another supplier build it? Can we reduce the cost or lead time? And can the supplier actually build it to the specification?
You don't need to be an engineer. But you do need to be technically curious, comfortable with manufacturing, and able to understand drawings and specifications well enough to have meaningful conversations with engineers and suppliers.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys solving real manufacturing problems and building a supply chain from the ground up.
Why DMR
DMR Technologies is building advanced unmanned aircraft and drone systems in Lafayette, Louisiana, with a focus on domestic manufacturing, agricultural technology, and advanced unmanned systems.
As DMR grows, this position will have a direct impact on how we source, build, scale, and localize our products.
Job Type: Full-time Location: Lafayette, Louisiana Work Environment: Manufacturing / Office / Supplier-Facing