Procurement Specialist I — MRO & Supply Chain

Kratos Unmanned Systems; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Roseville, CA, seeks a Buyer I to support procurement of MRO and non-direct materials, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery. You will work with ERP/MRP and production planners to align with schedules.

This role emphasizes process improvement, bid handling, and data accuracy while maintaining security standards in a defense environment. The position requires strong communication, problem-solving ability, and the capacity to work

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface well with other internal departments and outside suppliers.
• Proficiency in automated business planning and control systems (MRP), as well as MS Office applications.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow assignments through to successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Supports the development and maintenance of effective supplier relationships to achieve company goals, schedule, and favorable pricing.
• Obtains competitive bids as appropriate and researches sources of supply.
• Updates and maintains supplier records; reviews ERP data related to supplier records.
• Supports Supplier Performance Reviews and assists with transactions for return to vendor and government property.
• Attends meetings with internal teams and suppliers and follows established QMS procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Roseville, CA, seeks a Buyer I to support procurement of MRO and non-direct materials, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery. You will work with ERP/MRP and production planners to align with schedules.

This role emphasizes process improvement, bid handling, and data accuracy while maintaining security standards in a defense environment. The position requires strong communication, problem-solving ability, and the capacity to work