Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

Job Description:

Job ID:

114377 The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. 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 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. The salary range for this position is $79,919 - $114,284. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable spanet conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage. Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. •Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Now (Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated/distributed without explicit consent of ) Now Job Info Location Fitchburg, Massachusetts, United States Type Permanent Company Details DRS Technologies 12930 Worldgate Drive Suite 200 Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA drs 266 Open Jobs Available DRS Technologies DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:

Wherever you are in your career - just starting out or a seasoned professional - your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family's needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.