Senior Buyer-Commodity Professional

Job Description

Saab, Inc. is hiring a Buyer-Commodity Professional as we expand our team to support multiple business areas across North America. In this role, you will contribute to defense, security, and manufacturing programs by improving operational efficiency and managing the company’s supplier base.

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with internal and/or external customers.
• Use appropriate tools and computer skills effectively.
• Apply problem‑solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Identify and qualify potential suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, and terms and conditions.
• Understand and apply contractual terms and conditions.
• Read and interpret drawings.
• Request, obtain, and evaluate quotes.
• Coordinate RMA (Return Material Authorization) requests with suppliers.
• Effectively manage suppliers.
• Coordinate resolution of invoice discrepancies.
• Analyze cost and price factors for pre‑award and post‑award purchase actions.
• Understand FAR and DFAR processes and procedures with the capability to drive improvements.
• Work within best practices to drive Supply Chain process improvements.
• Travel approximately 5% annually.

$80,900–$101,100 (general guideline)

• Bachelor’s degree in a business‑related discipline (B.S. in Supply Chain Management preferred) with 5+ years of related experience, or a Master’s degree with 3+ years of related experience.
• Must be able to work onsite in the East Syracuse location.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of Government contracting, including FAR/DFAR, and key business processes.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of Procurement, Supply Chain, and Material Requirements Planning processes.
• Ability to prepare and administer routine correspondence and purchasing documentation.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with business areas such as Manufacturing, Material Handling, and Finance to close out open purchase orders.
• Ability to collaborate with suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedules, and to expedite or facilitate the delivery of goods to users.
• Ability to negotiate NDAs, Terms and Conditions, and other agreements.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain purchasing records and files documenting purchasing performance and compliance.
• Domestic or global expertise of assigned commodities.
• Ability to work comfortably in a team environment, multitask, be self‑motivated, and support concurrent requirements for different internal and external customers.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance, if needed.

• Knowledge of or experience with Department of Defense (DoD) procurements and contracts.
• Prior work experience in a Legal, Contracts, Procurement, or Supply Chain‑related field.

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug‑free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work‑life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer,…