Buyer II

Safran DSI • Bedford, NH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer II is responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating, buying, and managing a wide range of purchase requirements in a DoD environment supporting internal organizations in a compliant manner aligned with internal policies and procedures. This role requires a proactive, organized professional with strong communication and negotiation skills who ensures timely, cost‑effective purchasing; maintains accurate records; resolves discrepancies; and builds effective supplier relationships.

Requirements

• 2-4 years’ experience in a purchasing or supply chain environment
• Requires a minimum of a High School diploma
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Requires U.S. Protected Individual Status

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience includes purchasing in NPI, Engineering, and full Manufacturing environments
• Experience with ITAR compliance and DoD contracts

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of goods and services—including raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies—based on MRP demand or purchase requisitions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to obtain accurate and timely information regarding pricing, availability, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Analyze ERP output, identify and resolve inventory discrepancies, and ensure data accuracy.
• Expedite purchase orders as required for pull‑ins, past‑due order resolution, and critical material needs.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders, bid requests, and related documentation.
• Review and evaluate supplier proposals; negotiate pricing and terms within established budgets and authority levels.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement records including costs, delivery status, quality, performance, and inventory levels.
• Keep the ERP purchase order system updated with current order status and expected delivery dates at the time of order placement.
• Pre‑expedite open purchase orders to proactively ensure on‑time delivery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED