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Sazerac Company —Louisville, KY
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PRICE WATERHOUSE COOPERS —Louisville, KY
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- Mid-level
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Senior Buyer – Weapon Systems Outside Processes

BAE Systems Inc. -
Louisville, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
$73,778 - $125,422 a year
12 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid military leave
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Blueprint specification interpretation
Data analysis reporting
Finance
Spreadsheets
Data reporting
Bidding project phase
Data management
Contracts
Request for proposal
Procurement contract negotiation
Productivity software
Cross-functional collaboration
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Job Description

How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that’s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.
This position plans and procures materials and services to meet all contractual specifications. Performs pre- and post- award procurement administration of activities. Ensures best value is obtained including 100% quality and delivery.

In this position, you will be supporting the Weapon Systems (WS) Business in Louisville, KY.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

This Senior Buyer role will support the Outside Process purchases for the Weapon Systems programs, based in Louisville, KY
In charge of identifying, qualifying, and onboarding global suppliers with consideration of achieving the sector offset targets and other business objectives
Demonstrate technical capability in order to communicate effectively with design / component engineering on quality improvement topics and cost reduction / design change opportunities both internally and within the supply base
Exhibit good interpersonal skills in order to grow supplier relationships in order to support our business needs
Identify and collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to introduce new and innovative technologies and processes to improve margins and service delivery
Monitor and evaluate global markets trends, intervene to manage/mitigate the impact of supply shortfalls or price adjustments, or market opportunities
Responsible for leading and implementing long-term strategic projects and executing long-term strategic supplier agreements
Drives strategic initiatives, manages and fully executes the RFQ process, analyzes supplier bids and makes sourcing decisions
Development of long-term agreements (LTA), negotiations and the creation of an LTA purchase order along with compliance sign off, all resulting in superior cost, quality and supplier’s ability to deliver on time (capacity)
Development of suppliers approved for quote while collaborating with program and category teams
Identify second sources in order to enhance BAE Systems position
Enhance and strengthen supplier relationships
Further the development and implementation of long-term strategic projects and engage in a high degree of collaboration and communication with commodity managers, tactical buyers and other integrated supply chain areas
Ability to analyze forecasted data and suppliers bids
Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduction of cost
Ensure appropriate cost or price analysis is performed to determine the reasonableness of the suppliers bid or to develop a negotiation position to ensure that all compliance documentation requirements are met
Responsible for the prompt closeout of completed orders.
Responsible for total supplier performance throughout the life cycle of procured materials and services.
Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety objectives and policies.
Shares responsibility of self-development with immediate supervisor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
Experience with purchasing multiple commodities
Experience with reading and interpreting schematics and component drawings
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Experience utilizing MS Office Suite (Excel)
Working knowledge with developing RFQ/RFP, contracts, preparing financial analysis, negotiations, and PO documentation
Working knowledge of engineering requirements, terms, and blueprints
Ability to manage data, analytics, and reporting in ERP

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Experience in the Defense Industry
Experience in ITAR restrictions and FAR/DFAR requirements
Experience in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
Experience in Supplier audits

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $73778 - $125422

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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