Senior Buyer: Strategic Procurement & Negotiations (Remote)

Leonardo DRS; Johnstown (AL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Telemedicine

401(k) plan

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Community service hours

Job summary

Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics is seeking a seasoned purchasing professional to generate and execute CPSR-compliant purchase orders from approved requisitions, bids, and RFPs for commodities and major subcontract items.

You will manage supplier relations, steer negotiations, monitor cost savings, and ensure compliance with procurement laws and military specifications. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and timely delivery across programs.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related field and 5 years of experience in purchasing.
• Experience procuring CCAs and managing electronics manufacturing suppliers is preferred, but not required.
• Requires the ability to understand military specs and read blueprints.
• Requires the ability to understand and adhere to laws pertaining to procurement, contracts, breach by contract, etc.
• Knowledge and use of price and cost analysis.
• Strong negotiating skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage supplier issues (cost, quality, delivery, customer service).
• Manage all aspects of supplier including A/P holds.
• Initiate and follow through on supplier changes (Engineering Change Notices).
• Lead negotiations and apply knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines to negotiate best terms and minimize risk.
• Establish and maintain sound professional relationships with suppliers and resolve issues related to terms and conditions of service agreements.
• Understand demand/spend profile for commodity areas and provide this information as necessary.
• Track and report cost savings or avoidances.
• Maintain current records of all vendor agreements and procurement records.
• Communicate supplier performance including supplier visits as required.
• Be the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Procurement

Cost analysis

Supplier management

Military specs understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics is seeking a seasoned purchasing professional to generate and execute CPSR-compliant purchase orders from approved requisitions, bids, and RFPs for commodities and major subcontract items.

You will manage supplier relations, steer negotiations, monitor cost savings, and ensure compliance with procurement laws and military specifications. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and timely delivery across programs.