Buyer
Core
Sourcing and negotiating prices and lead times for components used in military vehicle sub-systems and actuation systems.
Role type
Buyer (Materials)
Builds
Stabilized Turret Drive Systems, Integrated Weapon Systems, Ammunition Handling, Data Control and Distribution, Power Management and Distribution
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Electrohydraulic and electromechanical actuation
Required skills
RFQ execution, supplier negotiation, commodity strategy, supply chain planning, root cause analysis, capacity planning, cost analysis
Preferred skills
APICS Certification, Lean Manufacturing experience
Technologies
A3, 5 Why, 8D, Production Pareto, capacity planning tools
Responsibilities
Execute RFQ to PO sourcing within commodity strategy, negotiate flexible supply strategies, facilitate cross-functional discussions to drive consensus, develop structured problem-solving methodologies, manage master schedules and identify supply risks, generate ideas using analytics to assess trends
Seniority
Mid-level (3+ years experience)