Senior Buyer – Optics

🕒 July 3

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Leonardo DRS

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5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1969

🏭 Manufacturing

🎖️ Defense

🚀 Aerospace

Manufacturing • Defense • Aerospace

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📋 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 and support fact-finding and negotiation efforts • Develop and maintain supplier relationships for long-term strategic sourcing initiatives • Manage supplier delivery, quality, and responsiveness; initiate corrective actions as needed • Collaborate with engineering, quality, program management, contracts, and legal teams • Support supplier risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and improvement plans • Assist with 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 procurement data entry into ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle • Maintain records according to internal procedures and government regulations

🎯 Requirements

• Direct experience purchasing optical components, optical assemblies, or precision electro-optical hardware is required • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field • 5 years of DFAR/FAR purchasing experience in the Aerospace and Defense Industry • 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, including 3 years 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 DOD security clearance or ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment • Preferred: Active U.S. Security Clearance (Secret or above) • Preferred: CPSM, CPP, or equivalent certification • Preferred: Familiarity with AS9100, ISO standards, and Quality Assurance processes • Preferred: Experience in cost analysis and strategic sourcing • Preferred: Background in supporting DoD programs

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • Company contribution to a health savings account • Telemedicine • Life and disability insurance • Legal insurance • 401(k) savings plan • Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being • Career-growth, professional development, and skill-enhancement programs and activities • Flexible work schedules through the 9/80 program • Competitive vacation • Health/emergency leave • Paid parental leave • Community service hours • Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only