Purchasing Supervisor Position Available In Okaloosa, Florida

Purchasing Supervisor Job Tracking ID :

85347-364454

Job Location :

Fort Walton Beach, FL

Job Level :

Management

Job Type :

Full-Time/Regular

Date Updated :

04/21/2025

Years of Experience :

8+ Years

Radford Job Code :

SC.PPPP.M1

Travel Requirement :

Compensation :

Job Description 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. Micro Systems Inc. (MSI), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, uncrewed arial systems and self-driving trucks. As a mid-tier defense contractor, we’ve demonstrated agility and innovation in providing systems to support National Security. At MSI, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of autonomous technology within the defense and commercial industry today!

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

Maintains continuity of supplies to manufacturing operations and supports the company supply chain in the procurement and scheduling of cost efficient and quality materials.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Identify vendors for preferred vendor recommendations and negotiate best value with suppliers and perform materials quotation for prices and delivery
Manage procurement, storage, planning and distribution of materials to maintain a quality supply chain
Identify and reduce long lead times in the system by utilizing material strategies with suppliers
Review MRP exceptions, purchase order status, and order action reports to determine and assign priorities
Support contracts and sourcing projects for new bids
Minimize obsolescence costs by working with engineering, production and marketing for alternate solutions
Resolve order discrepancies, support material return for damage and/or inspection failure and negotiate settlements with suppliers
Ensure timely delivery of products to support manufacturing
Develop new, better or alternate sources for continuous improvement
Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less

PTO, FML/STD/LTD

Negotiate pricing for cost savings and winning bid / proposals
Support NPI (New Product Introduction) purchases for Engineering Other Job Functions Interview and select qualified personnel for department vacancies
Identify training needs and provide training for applicable personnel
Assist inspection efforts as needed
Work independently without supervision
Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position supervises Material Buyers #LI-Onsite Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors and ability to lead and direct
Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
Ability to adhere to workplace rules
Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of grammar
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Strong and pronounced problem solving and analytical skills
Knowledge of inventory control systems, logistics and lean material replenishment programs
Ability to deploy processes for an optimal supply chain

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

HS Diploma or equivalent, bachelor’s degree preferred A minimum of 8 years of procurement experience in related industry Advanced experience with MS Office Experience working with contracts, RFPs and BOMs Working knowledge of MRPs and APICS Working knowledge of electronic and mechanical manufacturing strongly preferred Knowledge of Export Compliance (ITAR) a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Office and production environment Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboard, mouse, phone, 10-key) Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing environment with multiple deadlines

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS

 ASSIGNED

TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED. A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE

 INCIDENTAL

TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES EEO/M/F/D/V

#LI-Onsite Job Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America’s veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.