Senior Buyer

Armtec Defense Technologies•East Camden, AR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Armtec Defense Technologies is hiring a Senior Buyer in Camden, Arkansas. The role is responsible for negotiating and purchasing items and services that support Production, Maintenance, and Operations, including negotiating and maintaining long-term contracts. Duties may include planning and purchasing direct materials for production programs. Purchases above the Micro Purchase threshold must be documented and justified in accordance with Federal Acquisition Requirements (FAR). The position reports to the Manager, Supplier Management and works with managers, supervisors, vendors, and suppliers. The position also supports supplier management, production planning for raw-material purchasing, supplier ITAR compliance, and compliance with SOP 3046 for contractors coming on site. The role requires access to export-control information and U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident Alien status; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and eligible for any required U.S. Government export-control authorization. The work schedule is a 4/10 workweek.

Requirements

Knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirements.
Knowledge of an ERP/MRP system; Syteline is preferred.
Familiarity with ITAR/export-control requirements and restrictions.
Dependable, responsible, detail-oriented, and able to deal effectively with people.
Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Good understanding of manufacturing processes.
Ability to interpret scheduling reports and work-order instructions.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or three to four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident Alien status.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and eligible for any required U.S. Government authorization for export-control purposes.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean/Continuous Improvement activities, such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Plan for Every Part (PFEP), and Just in Time (JIT) inventory management.
Knowledge of industry suppliers and product capabilities.

Responsibilities

Review requisitions for accuracy and proper specifications or nomenclature, and interview vendors to assess their ability to produce products or provide services on time.
Estimate purchase value based on experience, market prices, and catalog reviews.
Review vendor bid proposals, determine the best evaluated procurement source, and negotiate orders.
Prepare price-analysis documentation for purchase orders valued at $3,000 or more.
Proactively work with suppliers to resolve issues involving prices, delivery schedules, shortages, and quality.
Communicate relevant information and anticipate, identify, and resolve potential problems.
Expedite appropriate orders and other purchase orders as directed.
Maintain records of items purchased, costs, delivery, and product performance.
Resolve accounts-payable and receiving issues.
Perform production-planning duties as required for raw-material purchasing responsibilities.
Assist and support the Manager, Supplier Management with other functions as required.
Manage supplier ITAR compliance.
Manage contractual personnel coming on site to ensure compliance with SOP 3046.
Maintain high ethical standards and follow Armtec ethics and business conduct policies.