Procurement Professional

General Dynamics Land Systems; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k matching

Educational assistance

9/80 work schedule

Onsite cafeteria

Fitness center

Outdoor fitness track

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems is seeking a Procurement Buyer to manage all procurement affairs with suppliers and subcontractors for fixed price and cost-reimbursement contracts. The role requires analyzing Oracle material needs, preparing RFQs/RFPs/RFIs, and negotiating proposals to meet program targets.

The successful candidate will handle PO administration, ensure on-time delivery, and coordinate source selection while complying with procurement regulations and internal processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a business area; Supply Chain Management preferred.
• Experience in cost and price analysis and write-ups.
• Ability to negotiate.
• Occasional domestic travel.
• Possible International travel.
• Strong communication (oral & written) and problem solving skills.
• Strong problem solving and program management skills.
• Excellent business acumen.
• Teamwork to meet objectives.
• Timely updates and status communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage all affairs between GDLS and suppliers/subcontractors for various types of subcontracts/purchase orders including fixed price and cost reimbursement.
• Analyze Oracle system material needs.
• Solicit and prepare RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs.
• Conduct cost analysis of proposals and price analysis of quotes.
• Negotiate proposals to meet program and cost targets.
• Prepare and administer purchase orders and monitor subcontractor compliance.
• Ensure subcontracts/purchase orders are placed within vendor lead-time.
• Coordinate Source Selection process.
• Ensure procurement laws and regulations are followed.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Tools

Oracle

Job description

WeServeThoseWhoProtectWhatMatters.

At General Dynamics Land Systems,webuild the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage.Wedesign, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.

From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world.

That's why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades.Wedeliver the power to win.

Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let's shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

What We Offer

Starting your career or you are an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational Assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
• Onsite cafeteria, fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

About the Role

Responsible for managing all affairs between GDLS and suppliers/subcontractors for various types of subcontracts/Purchase Orders including both, fixed price and cost reimbursement.

Duties include:

• Responsible for managing all affairs relative to the position of Procurement Buyer.
• Analysis of Oracle system material needs.
• Solicitation and preparation of Request for Quotes (RFQ's), Requests for Proposals (RFP's), and Request for Information (RFI's).
• Cost analysis of proposals.
• Price analysis of quotes.
• Proposal fact finding.
• Negotiate proposals and offers to meet program and cost targets.
• Purchase Order preparation, placement and continued administration/monitoring to assure subcontractor compliance.
• Administer subcontracts/purchase orders, control costs and assure on-time delivery to support program requirements.
• Buying which includes analysis of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) needs.
• Serve as the focal point between the suppliers and GDLS functional departments/program offices
• Manage Quality, Design, Payment issues with subcontractors.
• Coordinate \"Source Selection\" process.
• Ensure GDLS compliance with applicable procurement laws and regulations.
• Administration of purchase orders via communication & on site program reviews.
• Review and access all planning to assure subcontracts/purchase orders are placed within Vendor lead-time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a business area of study. Supply Chain Management preferred.
• Ability to use Oracle system & associated computer systems.
• Experience in cost and price analysis and write-ups.
• Ability to negotiate.
• Occasional domestic travel.
• Possible International travel.
• Strong communication (oral & written) and problem solving skills.
• Strong problem solving and program management skills.
• Excellent business acumen.
• Work in a team environment to meet team objectives and performance metrics.
• Perform under pressure to meet deadlines, provide timely updates, and communicate status with all parties involved.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & the Internet business applications are desired but are not mandated.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, systems and MRP.
• Ability to multi-task and proper management of work day and buying deck.
• Ability to obtain a US security clearance if required.