Senior Buyer - Optics & EO Systems (Remote)

Leonardo DRS, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); A distancia; USD 110.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Telemedicine

Descripción de la vacante

Leonardo DRS, Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Buyer to lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for optics, optical assemblies, and precision components.

The role requires negotiation strength, complex supplier management, and knowledge of optical materials and related manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include issuing RFQs/RFPs/POs, evaluating quotes for technical and cost compliance, and maintaining strategic supplier relationships.

Formación

• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 5 years of DFAR/FAR purchasing experience in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, 3 of which in aerospace/defense.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and other U.S. Government procurement regulations.
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems.
• Proven ability to negotiate, manage contracts, and resolve supplier performance issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship required due to government contracts.

Responsabilidades

• Direct experience purchasing optical components, optical assemblies, or precision electro-optical hardware is required.
• Execute procurement activities for high-value, technically complex components and assemblies, in accordance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and company policy.
• Analyze MRP/ERP demand and issue RFQs, RFPs, and POs to qualified suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier quotes for technical compliance, cost, and delivery; perform cost/price analysis and support fact‑finding and negotiation efforts.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long‑term strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Ensure supplier performance by actively managing delivery, quality, and responsiveness; initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, program management, contracts, and legal to ensure alignment with program objectives and contract requirements.
• Support supplier risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and improvement plans.
• Assist in audits and compliance reviews related to purchasing activities and documentation.
• Lead or contribute to process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Ensure accurate and timely input of procurement data into ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Maintain records in accordance with internal procedures and government regulations.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Communication

Detail oriented

US Citizenship

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Herramientas

SAP

Oracle

Descripción del empleo

Leonardo DRS, Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Buyer to lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for optics, optical assemblies, and precision components.

The role requires negotiation strength, complex supplier management, and knowledge of optical materials and related manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include issuing RFQs/RFPs/POs, evaluating quotes for technical and cost compliance, and maintaining strategic supplier relationships.