Buyer/Planner
Core
Managing procurement processes and strategic sourcing for a defense technology company building autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and maritime systems.
Role type
Buyer / Planner
Builds
Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), maritime vehicle platforms, and flexible manufacturing architectures for defense and seabed exploration.
Domain
Defense technology / Subsea robotics / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Technical procurement in manufacturing, supplier relationship management, supply chain disruption resolution, order expediting, cross-functional collaboration, design specification interpretation, process improvement, supplier lifecycle management
Preferred skills
Strategic sourcing, cost savings initiatives, quality improvement, on-time delivery optimization
Technologies
Procure to pay systems, supply chain management tools
Responsibilities
Create and manage purchase orders to meet production needs; maintain supplier relationships and resolve quality/delivery issues; expedite orders to meet deadlines; collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams; track procurement KPIs and streamline processes; support sourcing strategy development; document supplier performance; support continuous improvement initiatives; manage supplier lifecycle from selection to exit.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC