What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Leonardo DRS?
Job ID: 106433
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.
Join the Menomonee Falls, WI team as a Buyer. We are looking for someone to lead the CPSR-compliant purchase order process. This role will support our programs team in proposals, bids, and other activities related to the purchasing of services and materials.
What You Will Do
- Perform a variety of general tactical duties as required to support purchasing activities
- Follow through on any supplier changes (Engineering Change Notices)
- Communicate supplier performance
- May assist in negotiations and apply basic knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines, practices and requirements to assess, plan and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk
- Maintain sound professional relationships with suppliers. Resolve issues (e.g. pricing, quality, timing, claims, contract disputes, etc.) associated with terms and conditions of service agreements
- Understand demand/spend profile for commodity areas, and provide this information as necessary
- Track and report cost savings or avoidances
- Maintain current accurate records and files of all vendor agreements and related procurement records
- Manage any supplier issues (i.e., cost, quality, delivery, customer service)
- Serve as the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers
- Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company
Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 2 years of experience in purchasing
- Ability to understand military specs and read blue prints
- Ability to understand and adhere to all laws pertaining to procurement, contracts, breach by contract, etc.
- Knowledge of price and cost analysis
- Good negotiating skills
- Candidates must be a US citizen and meet DRS security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the US government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $65,400 - $82,800
