Senior Buyer

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary:

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense is a trusted U.S. government partner for industry leading satellite, geospatial intelligence and cyber capabilities, secure communications, space exploration missions, military helicopters, unmanned aerial systems, and fixed wing aircraft. Our portfolio of state of the art technologies, research and development, and subject matter expertise provide the U.S. Department of Defense, National Security Agencies, and Space focused partners the best solutions for their critical missions.

With competitive compensations and generous benefits, Airbus U.S. is the company to begin or continue an enriching career. Airbus U.S. celebrates diversity, and the personal and professional growth and development of each of its employees. From offering wellness programs with discounted gym memberships, to participation in professional organizations and education reimbursement, Airbus U.S. sees the whole person, not just the job title. The Buyer procures or subcontracts specialized goods and services ranging from commercial or commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware to material built to print / drawing / specification, to complex assemblies defined by programs, product lines or indirect support of the company. Some of the essential functions shared by all Buyers include:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage from lifecycle of Purchase Orders assigned to include:
  • Create and manage Purchase Orders
  • Manage procurement system data based on input from requestor/program Supplier Development or Project managers
  • Receive inventory and ensure payment to suppliers in efficient and timely manner
• Source and procure goods and services from multiple suppliers
• Initiate Request for Quotations and lead collaborative negotiations
• Coordinate with Quality to evaluate and monitor suppliers
• Work with internal stakeholders to review specifications and evaluate both good and services
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost and improve efficiency
• Employ sound business practices while assessing supplier performance
• Ensure appropriate documentation is provided for proper receipt of goods
• Adhere to all FAR regulations for government procurements.
• Communicate/interact with Engineering, Configuration Management, Industrial Operations and Supply Chain as necessary

Additional Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

• A Bachelor's Degree combined with at least 6 years of supply chain management experience, preferably with this experience predominantly in a buyer role operating under FAR/DFARS compliance requirements
• Alternately, a Master's Degree combined with at least 4 year of supply chain management experience, preferably with this experience predominantly in a buyer role operating under FAR/DFARS compliance requirements

Experience:

• Experience in a buyer role operating under FAR/DFARS compliance requirements
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency with placing FAR/DFARS compliant orders over the Simplified Acquisition Threshold
• Experience with complex negotiations
• Demonstrated experience negotiating corporate terms and conditions
• Experience training and mentoring others and a desire to do so
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and keep stakeholders well informed on progress

Required Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrat