Senior Buyer - Shirley, United States - Ultra Global Business Services

Description

Unleash the Power of Multi-

Mission Excellence:
Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide.

With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge.

From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.
We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success.

Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide
The Senior Buyer is responsible for all aspects of supplier management for their assigned suppliers and/or commodities.

He/she shall ensure all material arrives in accordance with quality standards, on time to business need and within cost expectations.

She/he will be a self starter with a high level of ownership and a bias for action.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
Normally performs routine work without requiring detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
Independently carries out Procurement processes, standards, and operational plans, including RFPs, negotiation preparations, and cost analysis.

Drive actions to mitigate potential delivery delays by identifying risks, performing root cause analysis and development of recovery plans to bring shipments back in-line with customer requirements.

Coordinates all activities related to procurement beginning with intent to purchase through delivery.
Responsible for supplier metrics, approvals, and risk assessments for assigned group of suppliers.
Analyzes the requirements, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date commodity is needed.
Issues RFQ's and PO's and/or IDWA's in accordance with company and government regulations.
Solicits and evaluates proposals. Supports engineering with material and vendor selection for new, current, and revised products.
Investigates and/or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements.
Advises team members or management on the appropriate supplier to be used.
Negotiates the lowest possible total landed cost balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.
Implements purchase contracts that comply with company and government regulations.
Assures material is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, meets the quality standards of the
company and aligns with inventory level expectations.

Process and resolve non-conformances in the quality management system by coordination of vendor deviation requests, return material authorizations and corrective actions.

Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

Bachelor's degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.

Prior experience working within the aerospace industry or a manufacturing environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and self-sufficient time management skills
Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences.
Proficiency in MS Office suite
This position requires either a US Person or a non-US Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization

Desired Skills:
Supply chain experience for an aerospace and/or Defense Company.
Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
Supply Chain or Procurement experience
FAR/DFARS or government contracts experience
Experience with ERP systems, Costpoint or Epicor preferred
Experience with MS Office including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong problem solving skills
Proficiency in MS Office suite
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Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality.

Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR a), a).

These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation.

Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodation statement:
if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email

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