Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Location

Longmont, CO (onsite)

5+ years' experience in Purchasing and/or Supply Chain. Experience in Research and Development with direct engineer coordination preferred.

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, Business Administration, Operations Management or equivalent experience.

$65,000-$105,000 depending on experience.

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Their High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and allies.

Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE is a vertically integrated business from semiconductor device to target identification, delivering high-performance, cost-effective solutions. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is publicly listed (NASDAQ: LASR).

Reporting to the Supply Chain Operations Manager, the Buyer’s primary responsibilities are to support cross‑functional team members through procurement and management of goods and services to meet internal and external customer demands. The role includes coordinating with engineering, facilities, and program managers to ensure orders are executed on schedule and participating in all aspects of inventory management.

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a clearance is available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Execute and monitor purchase orders and maintain proactive communication with suppliers to monitor order delivery, shipment tracking, and resolve issues related to delivery, payment, or quality.
• Evaluate and maintain ERP for assigned items, ensuring system validity and integrity.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams chartered with improving supplier performance across electrical, mechanical, optical, and equipment commodities.
• Act as a conduit between suppliers and nLIGHT personnel to resolve delivery, quality, and technical issues.
• Improve internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Comply with Supply Chain, Accounting, and Purchasing procedures.
• Coordinate resolution of invoice discrepancies.
• Identify and implement new part numbers and sourcing requirements.
• Ensure appropriate cycle‑count accuracy and cadence.
• Generate, maintain, and present Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the supply chain organization.

• Commitment to Excellence, Attention to Detail, Pride in Workmanship.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and maintain composure under pressure.
• Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid‑to‑long‑term objectives.
• 1–5 years' experience in Purchasing and/or Supply Chain, high‑tech industry preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, Business Administration, Operations Management or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of an ERP/MRP environment; AX experience is a plus.
• Effective interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to make decisions and solve practical problems in environments where standardization is limited.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Suite:
  Excel, PowerPoint, Dynamics, and Power BI.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid 100% for employees and 75% for dependents.
• Paid Family Leave;
  Short and Long Term Disability paid 100% by employer.
• Competitive 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.

nLIGHT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at