Buyer

Buyer Job Tracking ID :

85347-367990

Job Level :

Mid Career (2+ years)

Level of Education :

BA/BS

Job Type :

Full-Time/Regular

Date Updated :

03/25/2026

Radford Job Code :

Travel Requirement :

Compensation :

Capabilities :

Weapon Systems

Years Of Experience :

2+ Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

To procure all materials and services used in the manufacture of Gichner Shelter Systems product.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Solicits price quotations of goods and services for both bids and buys. Negotiates pricing and delivery to specific budgets and terms. Prepares and places purchase orders and follows-up to ensure timely delivery in order to meet demand for products. Reviews and analyzes requirements to maintain inventory control and achieve lowest total cost. Monitors small and disadvantaged business goals to achieve targets. Maintains Part Master database. Investigates and resolves discrepant receipts and invoices. Researches and interviews potential suppliers. Monitors price and lead-time trends. Supplier relations (partnerships, forecasts, e-signals, consignment arrangements, etc.). Selects and approves new suppliers (approved supplier list.). Processes returns and rejections and monitors supplier corrective action as required. Quote support to Sales department. Representative for job kickoff meetings as required. Other duties may be assigned. Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards. Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors. Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary. Ability to adhere to workplace rules. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Thorough knowledge of Gichner's product lines and policies. Working knowledge and application of standard concepts, practices and procedures (ex.: MRP, Safety stock, JIT).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

4-year college/university degree, or equivalent experience. 2 to 5 years' manufacturing purchasing experience. Working towards professional association certification (NAPM, APICS, etc.).

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Office environment. Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones). Ability to lift up to 10 pounds. Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. 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 Kratos Defense 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, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. 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.