Senior Aerospace Purchasing Strategist: Complex Contracts

Dassault Falcon Jet; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 71,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dassault Falcon Jet in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking a Senior Purchasing Specialist to negotiate the most critical purchasing agreements and coordinate contracts across complex programs.

You will lead RFPs/RFQs, develop contracts, reduce material costs, ensure suppliers meet obligations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Travel may be required to support program needs and supplier oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Engineering or related field.
• Six years’ experience in purchasing including negotiating agreements and contract management.
• Advanced knowledge of contract negotiations in complex or highly technical environments.
• Advanced knowledge of purchasing procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and manage contracts for the most complex commodities.
• Oversee commercial aspects of new developments for complex programs.
• Conduct RFPs/RFQs and support RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs initiated by the parent company Dassault Aviation.
• Develop contracts and agreements to meet program needs.
• Reduce costs of purchased materials for assigned commodities.
• Ensure suppliers meet contractual obligations and manage recovery plans for damages.
• Document and resolve supplier disputes.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand supplier constraints.
• Explore cost-saving methods including new sources, negotiations, and integrated suppliers.
• Serve as backup for Purchasing Supervisor or Manager.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Purchasing procedures

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cost reduction

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field

Job description

Dassault Falcon Jet in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking a Senior Purchasing Specialist to negotiate the most critical purchasing agreements and coordinate contracts across complex programs.

You will lead RFPs/RFQs, develop contracts, reduce material costs, ensure suppliers meet obligations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Travel may be required to support program needs and supplier oversight.