Assistant Operations Planning Manager

Kratos Space Training & Cyber; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Space Training & Cyber invites applications for a Professional Buyer with CPSR-related US Government procurement expertise and electronics purchasing experience. You will evaluate objectives with guidance from management, collaborate across teams, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure compliant fulfillment of requirements while reporting progress to leadership.

The role emphasizes FAR/DFARS knowledge, strong communication, and ERP/tool proficiency, with an onsite work setup and a

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in Government procurement
• 5 years' experience with CPSR requirements
• Experience purchasing electronics is preferred
• FAR/DFARS knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to use ERP systems and IT tools
• Strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Determine objectives and assess approaches to tasks with direction from management.
• Work with a team to improve processes and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Maintain supplier relationships and ensure compliant, efficient fulfillment of requirements.
• Report to management on procurement status and risks.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong teamwork

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or 8–10 years experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Readiness Delivered. At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. Kratos has an opportunity for aiProfessional Buyer with technical expertise in CPSR related US Government procurement, electronics, and other commodities and services. The candidate must be able to function with considerable latitude and be able to determine objectives and assess approaches to tasks and assignments with direction from management. The candidate must demonstrate ability to work with a team to improve processes, communicate effectively with internal and external customers, maintain supplier relationships, ensure compliant, effective, and efficient fulfilment of requirements, and report to management.

Keyword: Assistant Operations Planning Manager

Required Experience:

• 5 years' experience in Government procurement
• 5 years' experience with CPSR requirements
• 3-5 years in Purchasing electronics
• Bachelors degree in a related field is required or 8-10 years of experience without a degree
• Working and proficient FAR/DFARS knowledge
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to understand ERP systems and other IT tools
• Strong organizational skills

Preferred Skills/Experience

• 7-10 years' experience in above

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The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $75,000-$88,000

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offeringsifrom commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.