Senior Buyer

Acro Service Corp; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Acro Service Corp is seeking a Senior Buyer to support spare parts purchasing for Radford facilities. The role oversees sourcing, supplier relationships, RFQ processes, negotiations, and purchase orders to drive cost savings, quality improvements, and reliable material availability.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of experience, with proficiency in ERP systems, data analytics, and MS Office. ITAR/FAR/DFARS familiarity and collaboration with engineering teams are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of relevant work experience, or equivalent experience.
• Experience purchasing multiple commodities.
• Experience with RFQ/RFP development, contracts, financial analysis, negotiations, and purchase order documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering requirements, blueprints, schematics, and component drawings.
• Experience managing data, analytics, and reporting within an ERP system.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Strong communication, analytical, and supplier relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and onboard global suppliers aligned with business objectives and sector offset targets.
• Manage the full RFQ process, evaluate supplier bids, and make sourcing decisions.
• Conduct cost and price analyses to support negotiations and ensure required compliance documentation is complete.
• Negotiate and execute long-term supplier agreements and support strategic sourcing projects.
• Manage supplier performance throughout the life cycle of purchased materials and services.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and suppliers on quality improvements, cost reductions, and design changes.
• Partner with commodity managers, tactical buyers, program teams, and other supply chain stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends and address supply shortages, pricing changes, and sourcing opportunities.
• Analyze forecasts and supplier proposals to support purchasing decisions.
• Improve purchasing processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure timely closeout of completed purchase orders.
• Follow company safety policies and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

RFQ/RFP development

Negotiation

ERP systems

Data analytics

Excel

Supplier relationship management

Sourcing

Cross-functional collaboration

Purchase orders

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years experience

Tools

ITAR familiarity

FAR/DFARS knowledge

APQP

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Buyer to support spare parts purchasing for our Radford facilities. This role manages sourcing, supplier relationships, competitive bidding, negotiations, and purchase orders while supporting cost savings, quality improvements, and reliable material availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and onboard global suppliers aligned with business objectives and sector offset targets.
• Manage the full request for quotation (RFQ) process, evaluate supplier bids, and make sourcing decisions.
• Conduct cost and price analyses to support negotiations and ensure required compliance documentation is complete.
• Negotiate and execute long-term supplier agreements and support strategic sourcing projects.
• Manage supplier performance throughout the life cycle of purchased materials and services.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and suppliers on quality improvements, cost reductions, and design changes.
• Partner with commodity managers, tactical buyers, program teams, and other supply chain stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends and address supply shortages, pricing changes, and sourcing opportunities.
• Analyze forecasts and supplier proposals to support purchasing decisions.
• Improve purchasing processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure timely closeout of completed purchase orders.
• Follow company safety policies and maintain a safe work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant work experience, or equivalent experience.
• Experience purchasing multiple commodities.
• Working knowledge of RFQ/RFP development, contracts, financial analysis, negotiations, and purchase order documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering requirements, blueprints, schematics, and component drawings.
• Experience managing data, analytics, and reporting within an ERP system.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Strong communication, analytical, and supplier relationship management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Defense industry experience.
• Familiarity with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and FAR/DFARS requirements.
• Experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• Experience conducting or supporting supplier audits.