Buyer II

Twenty-Six Defense; Talladega (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision, and short/dis

Life Insurance

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary benefits

Tricare Supplement

Job summary

Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a Buyer II to manage moderately complex procurement activities across materials, supplies, and services to support production schedules. You will conduct bid evaluations, negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, and oversee the full procurement lifecycle to ensure quality and regulatory compliance for DoD programs.

Responsibilities include issuing POs, maintaining inventory, creating RFPs, and collaborating with program

Qualifications

• Sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, issuing POs, and maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, and terms to meet technical specs and regulatory standards.
• Oversee full procurement lifecycle and resolve supplier issues.
• Collaborate with program managers to develop procurement strategies and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, issuing purchase orders, and maintaining inventory levels.
• Create RFPs in support of Programs in response to customer requirements.
• Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers for DoD contracts.
• Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality and production teams.
• Support cost savings initiatives and alternate sourcing strategies.

Skills

FARS knowledge

Electronic commerce

Procurement ethics

Supplier qualification

Market research

Simplified acquisition

Cost/pricing analysis

Contract types knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Company Information

Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and aftermarket support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, and commercial aviation markets. With facilities throughout the U.S., Twenty-Six Defense supports those who contribute to the national security of the United States. Twenty-Six Defense is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications.

Job Summary

Buyer II is responsible for managing moderately complex procurement activities for a broad range of materials, supplies, and services, supporting operational and project requirements. This role conducts bid evaluations, negotiates pricing, delivery, and quality terms, and selects suppliers in alignment with technical specifications and regulatory standards. Buyer II oversees the full procurement lifecycle, including resolving supplier issues related to claims, returns, cancellations, and engineering changes, and conducts supplier site visits to assess production capabilities and performance. Leveraging experience in aerospace procurement and strong supplier management skills, Buyer II ensures effective sourcing, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement of procurement processes to support organizational objectives.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Responsible for sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, issuing purchase orders, and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support production schedules
• This role is critical to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of high reliability components that meet stringent quality and performance standards
• To create Requests for Proposals (RFP) in support of Programs in response to customer requirements.
• Represents the Company in negotiations
• Places calls or Releases against Subcontracts and tracks performance against Prime Contracts
• Reviews System for receipt of units. Once found places the order, enters the Purchase Order (PO), prints a hardcopy, and ensures the Acknowledgements
• Supports Programs and Operations with Prices, Sources, and turnaround time as needed to further and increase the business base
• Performs all the duties of a Buyer as needed to support the Company
• Develop & maintain strong relationships w/suppliers to ensure quality, delivery & cost targets are met
• Collaborate with program managers and other stakeholders to develop procurement strategies, determine requirements, and establish procurement timelines
• Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers to ensure fair and favorable contracts for the DoD
• Cross functional collaboration with engineering, quality and production team
• Support Cost Savings/Cost Avoidance/Cost Reduction initiatives through alternate sourcing or improved purchasing strategies and value engineering projects

Skills And Abilities

• To understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation System (FARS) and can differentiate between FARS and the acquisition of commercial items
• Also, an understanding of electronic commerce
• Knowledge of the Standards of Conduct expected - Procurement integrity, Ethics, and Improper Business Practices
• The ability to understand the needs and methods to qualify a Supplier
• The ability to conduct and document market research
• The mastery of simplified acquisition procedures
• The ability to use the processes and techniques to analysis cost and pricing data submitted
• To possess knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them

Education, Experience & License Or Certification

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of experience
• Or Associate’s degree with 4+ years of experience

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Long-Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Twenty-Six Defense is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• For Virginia-based positions only* In accordance with Virginia DOL requirements, the listed salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost-of-labor considerations.

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