Buyer
Core
Sourcing and negotiating prices and lead times for components used in military vehicle sub-systems and actuation systems.
Role type
Buyer (Materials)
Builds
Stabilized Turret Drive Systems, Integrated Weapon Systems, Ammunition Handling, Data Control and Distribution, Power Management and Distribution
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Electrohydraulic and electromechanical actuation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RFQ execution, supplier negotiation, commodity strategy, supply chain planning, root cause analysis, capacity planning, cost analysis
Preferred skills
APICS Certification, Lean Manufacturing experience
Technologies
A3, 5 Why, 8D, Production Pareto, capacity planning tools
Responsibilities
Execute RFQ to PO sourcing within commodity strategy, negotiate flexible supply strategies, facilitate cross-functional discussions to drive consensus, develop structured problem-solving methodologies, manage master schedules and identify supply risks, generate ideas using analytics to assess trends
Seniority
Mid-level (3+ years experience)