Strategic Procurement Lead – Defense Maritime

saronic.com; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off and Holidays

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 4%

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch in the office

Unlimited free drinks and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies, Austin, TX, seeks a Buyer to lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for autonomous maritime systems. You will identify reliable suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure on-time material delivery while maintaining high quality.

The role focuses on defense-related procurement, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of the supply chain. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably within the defense or maritime industry
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with government procurement regulations (e.g., FAR, DFAR) is a plus
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools

Responsibilities

• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly
• Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability. Continuously seek new suppliers to ensure a diversified supply base
• Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost-effective agreements while maintaining quality standards
• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve cost efficiency within the supply chain
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and work closely with other departments to ensure adequate stock levels to support production schedules while minimizing excess inventory
• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential supply chain risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity of supply
• Compliance: Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to government regulations and industry standards, especially those related to defense contracts
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and logistics, to ensure alignment and support project goals and timelines
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement and supply chain processes

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Saronic Technologies, Austin, TX, seeks a Buyer to lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for autonomous maritime systems. You will identify reliable suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure on-time material delivery while maintaining high quality.

The role focuses on defense-related procurement, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of the supply chain. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential.