Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting‑edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost‑effective solutions to market.

The Buyer is responsible for executing day‑to‑day procurement activities to support Engineering, Manufacturing, Test, and Program execution at Technical Directions Inc. This role ensures materials, components, and services are purchased, delivered, and documented in accordance with schedule, cost, quality, and compliance requirements.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer operates within established sourcing strategies, supplier agreements, and procurement policies, translating MRP demand and program requirements into timely purchase orders while maintaining strong supplier communication and transactional discipline.

• Execute purchase orders for materials, components, and services in support of production and programs
• Convert MRP signals, requisitions, and engineering requirements into compliant purchase orders
• Manage order acknowledgements, delivery dates, and supplier confirmations
• Ensure purchase orders reflect correct pricing, quantities, lead times, and technical requirements
• Serve as the primary day‑to‑day contact for assigned suppliers
• Track supplier delivery performance and proactively address delays or shortages
• Communicate supplier status, risks, and recovery actions to Supply Chain and Program teams
• Support escalation of supplier issues as required

• Support production and program schedules by ensuring material availability
• Coordinate closely with MP&L, Kitting, and Manufacturing on shortages and priorities
• Support engineering changes by executing updated procurement requirements
• Align procurement execution with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and build plans
• Execute purchases in accordance with approved budgets, pricing agreements, and sourcing strategies
• Support cost control initiatives through price verification, quote comparison, and purchase consolidation
• Maintain accurate procurement records to support cost tracking and financial reporting
• Support the Cost Analyst and Supply Chain Manager with procurement cost data as needed

• Ensure purchased materials and services comply with AS9100D, contractual, and technical requirements
• Ensure proper flow‑down of quality clauses, certifications, and documentation
• Support supplier quality actions including SCARs and corrective actions as required
• Ensure procurement documentation is accurate, complete, and audit‑ready

• Execute procurement transactions accurately within ERP (Costpoint preferred)
• Maintain data integrity for purchase orders, receipts, and supplier records
• Ensure procurement data supports traceability across ERP, MRP, MES, QMS, and Program Control
• Support audits by providing complete and accurate procurement records

• Follow established procurement procedures, work instructions, and controls
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, data accuracy, and supplier responsiveness
  
  Support standardization of procurement practices and templates
• Reinforce disciplined execution aligned with Supply Chain standards

• Executes procurement activities under direction of the Supply Chain Manager
• Influences outcomes through timely execution, communication, and data accuracy
• No direct people management responsibility

• Working knowledge of procurement and purchasing processes
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to interpret…