Buyer II
Core
Place and manage purchase orders and subcontracts for direct contract and indirect company-support acquisitions in the space, defense, and national security sector.
Role type
Buyer II (Procurement)
Builds
Procurement processes and supplier relationships for mission-critical solutions
Domain
Defense, Aerospace, National Security
Required skills
Purchase order management, Subcontract management, Supplier negotiation, MRP system proficiency, Discrepancy resolution, Risk communication
Preferred skills
Aerospace/DOD industry experience, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) compliance, NASA procurement requirements knowledge
Technologies
MRP systems, ERP systems, Procurement management software
Responsibilities
Place and manage purchase orders and subcontracts, Monitor and expedite open purchase orders, Conduct negotiations with suppliers, Ensure program requirements are prioritized and executed, Communicate supplier performance risks, Support resolution of purchasing and delivery discrepancies
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC