Associate Buyer-Commodity Professional

Saab AB; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance for

Paid time off + 8 holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Disability coverage

Job summary

Saab, Inc. in East Syracuse, NY seeks an Associate Buyer-Commodity Professional to join our growing team. You will negotiate price, delivery, and terms with suppliers while evaluating quotes and coordinating RMA processes.

The role requires a bachelor’s in business, on-site work in East Syracuse, and strong skills in SCM, MRP, and MS Office. You will collaborate cross-functionally, review NDAs, and help drive procurement improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline.
• Ability to work on-site at East Syracuse, NY.
• Understanding of Supply Chain processes and MRP systems.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication with internal/external customers.
• Attention to detail, organizational and negotiation skills.
• Ability to review/negotiate/ redline NDAs and contracts.
• Prepare purchasing-related documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance.
• Coordinate with suppliers for pricing, availability, and delivery; expedite deliveries.
• Maintain purchasing records and files documenting performance and compliance.
• Develop knowledge of domestic/global commodity expertise within assigned categories.
• Team player with ability to manage multiple tasks; able to obtain security clearance if required.
• Preferred: internship/experience in Supply Chain; DoD procurements knowledge.
• U.S. citizen; eligible for government security investigation.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Utilize appropriate tools and computer systems effectively.
• Apply strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Identify and qualify potential suppliers.
• Conduct negotiations on price, delivery, and terms and conditions.
• Review, interpret, and apply contractual terms; identify contractual risks.
• Demonstrate ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Request, obtain, and evaluate quotes.
• Coordinate RMA requests with suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Analyze cost and pricing factors for pre/post-award activities.
• Maintain understanding of FAR/DFAR flow-down requirements.
• Apply best practices to drive Supply Chain process improvements.

Skills

SCM processes

MRP systems

MS Office

Negotiation

Contract review

Supplier coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Security clearance readiness

DoD procurements knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline

Job description

Saab, Inc. is seeking an Associate Buyer-Commodity Professional to join our growing team in East Syracuse, NY.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Utilize appropriate tools and computer systems effectively.
• Apply strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Identify and qualify potential suppliers.
• Conduct negotiations, including but not limited to price, delivery, and terms and conditions.
• Review, interpret, and apply contractual terms and conditions while identifying and resolving contractual risks and requirements.
• Demonstrate a basic ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Request, obtain, and evaluate quotes.
• Coordinate Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests with suppliers.
• Effectively manage supplier relationships.
• Coordinate the resolution of invoice discrepancies.
• Analyze cost and pricing factors for pre-award and post-award purchasing activities.
• Maintain an understanding of FAR and DFAR flow-down requirements.
• Apply best practices to drive Supply Chain process improvements.

Compensation Range: $62,354 - $71,900

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline.
• Must be able to work on-site at our East Syracuse, New York location.
• Understanding of Supply Chain processes and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, communication skills, and negotiation skills necessary to function effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to review, interpret, negotiate, and redline NDAs, terms and conditions, and other contractual agreements.
• Ability to prepare and administer routine correspondence and purchasing-related documentation.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Material Handling, and Finance to close out open purchase orders.
• Ability to coordinate with suppliers to obtain product or service information, including pricing, availability, and delivery schedules, and to expedite or facilitate deliveries.
• Ability to prepare, organize, and maintain purchasing records and files documenting purchasing performance and compliance.
• Ability to develop knowledge of domestic and global commodity expertise within assigned categories.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, manage multiple tasks, remain self-motivated, and support concurrent requirements for internal and external customers.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance, if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship or professional experience in Supply Chain or Operations.
• Knowledge of or experience with Department of Defense (DoD) procurements and contracts.
• Prior work experience in Legal, Contracts, Procurement, or a Supply Chain-related field.

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an affirmative action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.