Associate Buyer

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • Melbourne, FL

5d • Remote

About The Position

The Associate Buyer supports the Melbourne team remotely by working with suppliers and internal partners to place purchase orders, track costs and deliveries, and resolve issues that keep programs moving. The role supports procurement activities for supplies, equipment, services, and materials, and is performed under direct supervision. It serves as the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers while supporting the company’s mission, values, and culture.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 0 years of experience in Purchasing.
• Ability to understand and adhere to laws pertaining to procurement and contracts, including breach of contract.
• Basic negotiating skills.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Active DOD security clearance or ability to obtain clearance within a reasonable time after employment begins.

Responsibilities

• Generate and execute CPSR-compliant purchase orders based on approved requisitions, requests for proposals, bids, and other necessary purchasing documents.
• Perform general tactical duties to support purchasing activities.
• Assist with negotiations and apply limited knowledge of commercial contract law, guidelines, practices, and requirements to assess and negotiate terms and conditions and minimize risk.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and resolve issues involving pricing, quality, timing, claims, or contract disputes associated with service agreement terms and conditions.
• Understand demand and spending profiles for commodity areas and provide information as necessary.
• Track and report cost savings or avoidances.
• Maintain accurate, current records and files of vendor agreements and related procurement records.
• Assist in sourcing initiatives as needed.
• Communicate supplier performance.
• Serve as the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers.
• Support, communicate, and defend the company’s mission, values, and culture.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company contribution to a health savings account
• Telemedicine
• Life and disability insurance
• Legal insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• Career-growth, professional development, and skill-enhancement programs and activities
• Flexible work schedules through the 9/80 program
• Competitive vacation
• Health and emergency leave
• Paid parental leave
• Community service hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree