Lead Buyer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center.

As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

This role will primarily support sourcing & procurement and drive daily execution amongst the buyers. We’re looking for someone with a demonstrated ability to drive ownership and execution with minimal input. The ideal candidate for this role will have a proven track record executing in a fast-paced environment.

• Drive daily execution within assigned buyers in cradle to grave procurement activities. Set, monitor and drive performance as set within procurement KPI dashboard
• Track incoming Purchase requisitions for ATL procurement and ensure buyer assigned executes in the expected timeframe.
• Ensure workload across assigned buyers is leveled and managed to meet expectations.
• Key point of contact for assigned team members in addressing questions in execution of managing Requisition s, POs and Invoicing.
• Be a key point of contact for status on critical components for main product lines.
• Ensure assigned buyers are tracking critical components causing delays to production or potential delays as flagged by Engineering, Production or Planning.
• Participate in production and program meetings to report supply chain status and ensure appropriate planning
• Expedite orders to ensure required delivery dates are met and communicate status of open orders
• Participate in the management of our supplier base:
• Ensure critical suppliers are following Open order reporting, Order Acknowledgements and compliant to on time delivery expectations.
• Track and report supplier performance, supply chain metrics, and budgetary spend per program
• Assist with obtaining supplier pricing, proposal preparation, supplier capability survey submission review, establishing terms, and other supplier management, as needed
• Monitor quality and delivery performance of suppliers
• Assist in resolution of various supplier issues, including the resolution of billing discrepancies, shipment accuracy, and adherence to expected supplier performance
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of experience in a buyer role OR high school diploma with 5-7 years of relevant experience
• Experience with commodity-based contract manufacturing, ERP, proposals, planning, and technical sourcing.
• History of applying standard purchasing practices and procedures including compliance for audits and traceability
• Knowledge of best practices for inventory management to maintain traceability and cost accuracy
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, managers, employees, and suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and drive execution with minimal input
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work on-site with up to 25% travel as required
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

• Experience working in defense contract manufacturing, AS9100 QMS, ITAR, and Haz Mat experience
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR and DFAR)
• Strong understanding or MRP and demand planning

$111,000 — $147,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in…