Purchasing Manager
Core
Lead all procurement activities, manage the tactical procurement team, and oversee import/export and subcontractor operations for a global defense technology company.
Role type
Senior Purchasing Manager
Builds
Strategic vendor relationships, long-term contracts, and global supply chain execution
Domain
Defense technology / Radar systems / Manufacturing (via careerplan.io/jobs/73-009-07-275-purchasing-manager-at-drs-rada-technologies)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, MRP execution, team leadership, import/export management, cost reduction, quality improvement
Preferred skills
Defense industry experience, strategic procurement experience, Priority experience
Technologies
MRP
Responsibilities
Sourcing and negotiating long-term contracts with key vendors, managing the tactical procurement team, overseeing material arrivals and shortages, managing mechanical subcontractors, overseeing import/export activities, managing OBS and EOL materials, establishing advanced procurement methods
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC