Senior Buyer

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly
• Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability. Continuously seek new suppliers to ensure a diversified supply base
• Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost-effective agreements while maintaining quality standards
• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve cost efficiency within the supply chain
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and work closely with other departments to ensure adequate stock levels to support production schedules while minimizing excess inventory
• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential supply chain risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity of supply
• Compliance: Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to government regulations and industry standards, especially those related to defense contracts
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and logistics, to ensure alignment and support project goals and timelines
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement and supply chain processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
• Experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably within the defense or maritime industry
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with government procurement regulations (e.g., FAR, DFAR) is a plus
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline

Additional Perks

• Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office