Principal Buyer - REF1442O

Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on Twitter.

Job Description

The Principal Buyer will be responsible for all materials planning and Purchasing activities for assigned products and/or Manufacturing work cells to meet the guidelines established by the Master Schedule.  Purchase a wide variety of nonstandard, specialized and custom equipment and materials requiring knowledge of electronic, mechanical and optical product specifications and sources of supply. Researches products, prepares purchase orders and places orders, and selects vendors. Organizes product information, and tracks back orders. Obtains materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Studies market trends, interviews vendors, and recommends sources of supply. Analyzes quotations received, selects or recommends suppliers, and schedules deliveries. Develops and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to subordinate a group. May act as lead or first-level supervisor.

Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Provides input to management for financial budgets for assigned programs on a monthly basis.
• Works under the direction of a manager to adjust deliveries in order to maximize cash flow.
• Under limited supervision, works on “developmental” and “transition to production” programs.
• Determines supplier capabilities and works with multiple suppliers to establish a competitive environment.
• Visits key program suppliers –and evaluates capacity or capabilities.  Utilizes knowledge of ethics, knows when to question supplier requests.
• Has comprehensive understanding of how MRP works.
• Prioritizes items thru inspection.  Coordinates resources to expedite competing priorities.
• Works with suppliers to implement a previously defined inventory replenishment strategy.
• Utilize knowledge of Lean to apply continuous improvement to daily activities.
• Able to effectively interact with team members. Can create written and verbal reports and may deliver presentations with some management involvement.  Communicates internal problems or issues to managers.
• Reviews data and understands how the information affects program success.
• Leads colleagues and helps team leader meet goals. Shares information and ideas with the team.  Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities.
• Sends out quote packages.
• Groups like items for negotiations.
• Acts as a leader and may train lower level Buyer Planners.
• Completes scheduled basic status reporting and notifies management of any issues that may impact customer delivery or quality.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements (RoHs, Reach, FAA, FAR/DFAR, ITAR) that directly affect their program. 
• Performs more complex price analyses and conducts price negotiations
• Works with internal customer to establish delivery schedule; leads weekly intercompany review meetings.
• Contacts supplier to request RMA and checks for export license, as required.
• Other related duties as assigned by manager
• The person assigned to this position has the full responsibility and authority to execute all essential duties as described above.

Authorities:

• Negotiate and award purchase orders committing company funds in support of Program Schedule and Budgetary requirements.
• Identify and establish new sources of supply.
• Other delegated duties as assigned by supervisor

Business Relationships:

• Operations
• Program
• Finance
• Suppliers

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Degree with 7 years' experience in supply chain AND/OR procurement
• FAR/DFAR strong working knowledge
• Knowledge of pricing agreements and vendor managed inventory

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree 
• Commodity Management Experience
• Electronic Component and/or Assembly Experience<