Strategic Buyer – Manufacturing & Sourcing

Fairbanks Morse Defense; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Defense, Components Division seeks a Buyer to support its supply chain team in day‑to‑day procurement to ensure production stays on schedule and quality remains high.

The role requires issuing RFQs and purchase orders, expediting orders, and building strong supplier relationships while coordinating with planning and operations to meet manufacturing schedules. Travel up to 10% and NOFORN considerations apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related business.
• Minimum of 3 years in manufacturing/supply chain environment.
• Excellent analytical and financial skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• ERP experience, preferably Infor Visual.
• Strong Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Issuing RFQs and purchase orders timely to support production.
• Managing supplier due dates and expediting crucial orders.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
• Work with planning and operations to support manufacturing schedules.
• Assist with payables and invoicing questions/issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%

Skills

RFQ management

Supplier relationship management

Excel/Office tools

Blueprints/drawings comprehension

Negotiation with suppliers

Multi-project management

Fast-paced environment adaptation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or related business

Tools

Infor Visual ERP

Job description

Fairbanks Morse Defense, Components Division seeks a Buyer to support its supply chain team in day‑to‑day procurement to ensure production stays on schedule and quality remains high.

The role requires issuing RFQs and purchase orders, expediting orders, and building strong supplier relationships while coordinating with planning and operations to meet manufacturing schedules. Travel up to 10% and NOFORN considerations apply.