Associate Buyer (Melbourne, FL, US, 32935)

Job ID: 114016 

The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Electronics is seeking a Buyer to join its supportive, collaborative, and high-performing team. This is a fast-paced role that requires effective organizational skills, time management skills, and the drive and determination to succeed. In this 100% remote position, you will collaborate daily with reputed company departments across the organization, offering substantial opportunities for learning, growth, and professional challenge. 

Job Responsibilities

• Generate/execute CPSR-compliant purchase orders based on approved requisitions, requests for proposals, bids and other similar and necessary documents reputed company to the purchasing of supplies, equipment, services and materials
• reputed company a variety of general tactical duties as required to support purchasing activities
• Under direct supervision, may assist in negotiations and apply limited knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines, practices and requirements to assess, plan and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers. May resolve issues (e.g. pricing, quality, timing, claims, contract disputes, etc.) associated with terms and conditions of service agreements
• Understand demand/spend profile for commodity areas, and provide this information as necessary
• Track and report cost savings or avoidances
• Maintain reputed company accurate records and files of reputed company vendor agreements and reputed company procurement records
• May assist in sourcing initiatives 
• Communicate supplier performance
• Serve as the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience and 0+ years of experience in Purchasing
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to understand and adhere to reputed company laws pertaining to procurement, reputed company, breach by contract, etc.
• Basic negotiating skills
• Position is 100% remote, located in Melbourne, FL or Huntsville, AL is a plus.

Taking care of our people is a top reputed company at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We reputed company our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and reputed company enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.  *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

reputed company. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to reputed company employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national reputed company, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LEL