Senior Buyer - Optics

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Leonardo DRS

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5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1969

📋 Compliance

🌐 Web 3

AI • Compliance • Web 3

Leonardo DRS is a company that specializes in web accessibility solutions, providing AI-powered automated tools and expertise to ensure compliance with global regulations, such as the ADA and WCAG 2. 1 AA. Their offerings include customizable accessibility solutions, accessibility audits, compliance documentation, and litigation support, all aimed at helping businesses create accessible websites that are inclusive for all users. Leonardo DRS also engages actively with the disability community and supports organizations focused on inclusion.

📋 Description

• Lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for optics, optical assemblies, and precision components • Execute procurement activities for high-value, technically complex components and assemblies, in accordance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and company policy • Analyze MRP/ERP demand and issue RFQs, RFPs, and POs to qualified suppliers • Evaluate supplier quotes for technical compliance, cost, and delivery; perform cost/price analysis • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long-term strategic sourcing initiatives • Ensure supplier performance by actively managing delivery, quality, and responsiveness • Collaborate with engineering, quality, program management, contracts, and legal to ensure alignment with program objectives and contract requirements • Support supplier risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and improvement plans • Assist in audits and compliance reviews related to purchasing activities and documentation • Lead or contribute to process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce cycle times • Ensure accurate and timely input of procurement data into ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) • Maintain records in accordance with internal procedures and government regulations

🎯 Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related field • 5 years of DFAR/FAR purchasing experience in the Aerospace and Defense Industry • 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, 3 of which need to be in the aerospace and defense industry • Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and other U.S. Government procurement regulations • Experience working with MRP/ERP systems. • Proven ability to negotiate, manage contracts, and resolve supplier performance issues • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • U.S. citizenship required due to government contracts. • Active U.S. Security Clearance (Secret or above) preferred. • Familiarity with AS9100, ISO standards, and Quality Assurance processes preferred. • Experience in cost analysis and strategic sourcing preferred. • Background in supporting DoD programs preferred.

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • 401(k) savings plan • Telemedicine • Life and disability insurance • Legal insurance • Competitive vacation • Paid parental leave • Community service hours • Flexible work schedules with 9/80 program • Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being