Strategic Maritime Buyer – Equity Options

Saronic Technologies; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) Plan

Stock Options

Life & Disability Insurance

Free lunch

Drinks & snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Buyer to source, procure, and manage suppliers for autonomous maritime platforms supporting DoD programs. You will build relationships, negotiate contracts, monitor delivery, and ensure quality while collaborating with engineering, production, and logistics teams.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge defense tech and opportunities to influence the efficiency and resilience of the supply chain.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to diversify the base.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with suppliers.
• Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to improve cost efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels to support production while minimizing excess.
• Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with defense regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and logistics teams.
• Drive continuous improvements in procurement processes.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Sourcing

Cost analysis

Inventory management

Risk management

Compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Business or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Buyer to source, procure, and manage suppliers for autonomous maritime platforms supporting DoD programs. You will build relationships, negotiate contracts, monitor delivery, and ensure quality while collaborating with engineering, production, and logistics teams.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge defense tech and opportunities to influence the efficiency and resilience of the supply chain.