Senior Buyer

Saronic; Franklin (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Additional Perks: Free lunch and all‑h

snacks in the office

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Buyer to source, procure, and manage suppliers for autonomous maritime vessels. You will identify reliable suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery while upholding quality standards.

You will collaborate across engineering, production, and logistics, perform cost analyses, and drive process improvements to optimize the supply chain. This role supports national defense programs and requires adherence to FAR/DFAR regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or related field.
• Experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably within the defense or maritime industry.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with government procurement regulations (e.g., FAR, DFAR) is a plus.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability; diversify supply base.
• Negotiation: Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to ensure cost-effective, quality agreements.
• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify savings opportunities.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with departments to support production while minimizing excess stock.
• Risk Management: Identify supply chain risks and mitigate to ensure continuity of supply.
• Compliance: Ensure procurement activities adhere to government regulations and industry standards for defense contracts.
• Collaboration: Work with engineering, production, and logistics to align goals and timelines.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements in procurement and supply chain.

Skills

Supplier management

Sourcing

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Inventory management

Risk management

Compliance

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Buyer responsible for sourcing, procurement, and supplier management to support the production and delivery of autonomous surface vessels for the DoD. Your role will involve identifying reliable suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely delivery of materials while maintaining the highest quality standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology and strengthen national defense capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly

• Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability. Continuously seek new suppliers to ensure a diversified supply base

• Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost-effective agreements while maintaining quality standards

• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve cost efficiency within the supply chain

• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and work closely with other departments to ensure adequate stock levels to support production schedules while minimizing excess inventory

• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential supply chain risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity of supply

• Compliance: Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to government regulations and industry standards, especially those related to defense contracts

• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and logistics, to ensure alignment and support project goals and timelines

• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement and supply chain processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
• Experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably within the defense or maritime industry
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with government procurement regulations (e.g., FAR, DFAR) is a plus
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.