Senior Buyer-Defense Programs

Senior Buyer-Defense Programs

Location:

Germantown, MD, US, 20876 Job  DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance. Business Unit: DRS RADA Technologies

Location:

Germantown, MD

Schedule:

9/80 Shift: 1st Shift

Job Summary DRS RADA Technologies is hiring three Senior Buyers to join our Procurement team in Germantown, MD. One role will support production and tactical purchasing, another will focus on hardware procurement, and the third will support strategic sourcing and fabrication. Each position plays an important role in supporting our operations and advancing our mission.

Job Responsibilities Generate and execute CPSR-compliant purchase orders, based on approved requisitions, requests for proposals, bids and other similar and necessary documents related to the purchasing of commodities or major subcontract items Partner with Planning, Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to align supplier commitments with changing demand, technical requirements, and build schedules . Assess supplier performance and risk using delivery, quality, responsiveness, capacity, and other relevant indicators;

implement corrective or alternate-sourcing actions when needed. Proactively monitor open orders, long-lead items, and supplier capacity; develop recovery actions and escalate shortages that threaten production or program commitments. Review purchase orders for applicable customer and prime-contract requirements, including FAR/DFARS clauses and supplier flow downs; coordinate questions with Contracts and other responsible functions. Manage purchase-order modifications, including changes to price, quantity, scope, and delivery schedule, ensuring required approvals and documentation are completed before release.

Facilitate and manage any supplier issues (i.e. cost, quality, delivery, customer service) Manage all aspects of supplier including A/P holds Initiate and follow through on any supplier changes (Engineering Change Notices) Lead negotiations and apply knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines, practices and requirements to assess, plan and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk Establish and 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 Communicate supplier performance including supplier visits as required Be the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company

Qualifications Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in related field and 5 years of experience in purchasing Requires the ability to understand military specs and read blueprints Requires the ability to understand and adhere to all laws pertaining to procurement, contracts, breach by contract, etc. Knowledge and use of price and cost analysis Strong negotiating skills U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is $83,552.00/year-$/year. This…