Buyer

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • Germantown, MD

20d • $69,051 - $89,767 • Onsite

About The Position

DRS RADA Technologies is hiring a Buyer to join our team in Germantown, MD. DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 2+ years of experience in Purchasing
• Ability to understand military specs and read blue prints
• Ability to understand and adhere to all laws pertaining to procurement, contracts, breach by contract, etc.
• Knowledge of price and cost analysis
• Good negotiating skills
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Responsibilities

• Execute/generate CPSR-compliant purchase orders based on approved requisitions, requests for proposals, bids and other similar and necessary documents related to the purchasing of services and materials
• Perform a variety of general tactical duties as required to support purchasing activities
• Follow through on any supplier changes (Engineering Change Notices)
• Communicate supplier performance
• May assist in negotiations and apply basic knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines, practices and requirements to assess, plan and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk
• Maintain sound professional relationships with suppliers. Resolve issues (e.g. pricing, quality, timing, claims, contract disputes, etc.) associated with terms and conditions of service agreements
• Understand demand/spend profile for commodity areas, and provide this information as necessary
• Track and report cost savings or avoidances
• Maintain current accurate records and files of all vendor agreements and related procurement records
• Manage any supplier issues (i.e., cost, quality, delivery, customer service)
• Serve as the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers
• Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company

Benefits

• comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
• parental leave benefits
• tuition reimbursement
• professional development support
• life and disability insurance coverage
• company contribution to a health savings account
• telemedicine
• legal insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
• flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
• competitive vacation
• health/emergency leave
• paid parental leave
• community service hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level