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Elbit America —Charleston, SC
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
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Augmentis —Charleston, SC
- $95,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Senior Buyer

Elbit America -
Charleston, SC

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid parental leave
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Company Information:
Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Job Summary:
The Senior Buyer evaluates requisitions for custom nonstandard items, conferring with technical personnel on specifications and possible alternatives; determines the best sources of supply; maintains and utilizes commodity knowledge & market conditions to reduce component pricing. Establishes preferred suppliers while setting expectations and activities to enable cost reduction from those suppliers. Works with the respective material planner to identify cost reduction opportunities from the future planned order release.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Strong ability to lead electronic/electromechanical component purchasing teams to achieve scheduled results and commit to contract delivery dates
Requires technical knowledge of products, military specifications, and federal acquisition regulations
Determines and develops the best sources of supply from knowledge of the supply base, product performance, and capabilities
Obtains quotes from suppliers negotiating for optimum pricing, quality, delivery schedule, and terms and conditions
Negotiates and drafts fixed pricing agreements with selected suppliers
Capability to manage the ESA Vendor Managed inventory Program (VMI) and control the demand signals from EPR via electronic file distribution
Manages commodity purchase order placement in a timely manner to support the Program schedule needs, as well as department metrics and Company goals for inventory turns
Assures all specifications and regulations are provided in the purchasing agreements
Provides recommendations for orders over the dollar threshold and, after receiving approval negotiate and awards these orders.
Serves as liaison between company and supplier regarding all changes in or problems with material deliveries to meet production schedules
Actively seek the assistance of other departments to ensure fulfillment of the purchase order
Interfaces with Program Management and/or production/material planning personnel to coordinate efforts to obtain material deliveries no earlier or later than required for production
Performs in-depth price analysis utilizing commodity knowledge and market conditions to reduce component pricing
Establishes preferred suppliers and initiates expectations and activities to enable cost reduction from the suppliers
Works with respective team members to identify cost reduction opportunities from the future planned order release
Request assistance from interfacing departments such as Finance or Legal as required, negotiating the purchase in accordance with company and government regulations
Coordinate the resolution of supplier problems with interfacing departments
Interview supplier representatives and keep abreast of product technology/life cycles and supplier status
Provide leadership and training for Commodity, Specification, and Transformation Buyers
Participate in and lead continuous improvement activities
Support attainment of Process-Based Leadership Scorecard Goals
Other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills and Abilities:

Commodity Management Experience
Electromechanical or Electronic component and/or assembly experience
FAR/DFAR - strong working knowledge
Aerospace, Military, or similar industry
Demonstrate electronic/mechanical knowledge
Knowledge of fixed pricing agreements and vendor-managed inventory
Requires technical knowledge of products, military specifications, and federal acquisition regulations

Education, Experience, License, or Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of experience
5+ years of industry experience is preferred
Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):
ESD
Safety Training
as dictated by the Safety Department

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Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
Flexible Vacation & PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Employee Referral Program
Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

*** If you encounter issues with your application, please email [email protected]***

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