Senior Buyer

Department: Operations | Reports to: Sr. Director Supply Chain Operations | Office: Danbury, CT | Work Location: Remote (for those in Eastern or Central time zones)

Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world’s most critical networks. Owl’s product lines of cross domain, data diode, and portable media solutions provide the strongest available security checkpoints for threat prevention and secure data availability. Our in-depth expertise in security engineering at the operating system level enables us to help government and commercial customers meet ever-evolving cyber security threats.

About the role

The Senior Buyer – Electronics plays a critical role in ensuring the components and hardware that power Owl Cyber Defense's cybersecurity solutions are available to support product development and manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating commercial agreements, and mitigating supply chain risks across a range of electronic components and assemblies. Working closely with engineering, product management, operations, and quality teams, the Senior Buyer helps balance cost, quality, and delivery objectives while contributing to a resilient and scalable supply chain that supports Owl's growth and customer commitments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for electronic components, PCBs, semiconductors, connectors, and related assemblies.
• Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are consistently met.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with both domestic and international vendors.
• Collaborate closely with product management and engineering to forecast component needs and support new product introductions.
• Monitor market trends, lead times, and component obsolescence risks to proactively mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Manage purchase orders from creation to delivery, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment.
• Partner with quality assurance to resolve supplier performance issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate procurement data in ERP systems and generate reports for leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or a related field.
• 5+ years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years focused on electronics or electronic manufacturing services.
• Strong knowledge of electronic components, manufacturing processes, and industry supply chains.
• Required experience with the following commodities: Servers, Memory, RAM, and electronic components.
• Proven track record of successful supplier negotiations and cost savings.
• Experience with risk & lifecycle management, cost control/optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems strongly desired.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidates must be able to obtain/maintain a US Government clearance.

Benefits

Owl offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and wellbeing of our employees and their families. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Variety of voluntary benefits and wellness programs.

Specific benefit plan details, employee contribution rates, eligibility requirements, and other program information will be shared during the hiring process.