Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Buyer II

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions • $78K — $93K *
Roseville, CA 95747In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. Degree in related field preferred; 1-3 years of experience in aerospace or composites manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and MS Office applications.
  • Ability to solve problems independently or with assistance, depending on level.
  • Experience managing supplier performance (for Buyer II).
  • Knowledge of compliance standards such as FAR/DFARS, ITAR preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain supplier relationships to meet quality and delivery goals.
  • Obtain competitive bids and ensure supplier viability through research.
  • Maintain accurate supplier records and update ERP data.
  • Conduct supplier performance reviews and issue reports as necessary.
  • Participate in surplus, salvage, and returned material disposition.

Benefits

  • Support for continuous process improvement initiatives.
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities provided.
  • Access to a collaborative work environment with internal departments and suppliers.
  • Potential for experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
  • Contributions toward maintaining a clean and safe work area.
Full Job Description
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Buyer is responsible for supporting the sourcing, value analysis, bidding, negotiation, selection, approval, purchase, receipt, and quality of all materials for assigned commodities. The Buyer works closely with Material Program Managers, Engineering, Materials Program Manager and Production Planners to ensure supplier quality requirements and customer delivery is achieved through accurate and timely management of purchase orders for assigned commodities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The duties and responsibilities listed below apply to all levels of Buyers. Each level of Buyer has additional duties and responsibilities listed.

Buyer ALL:
  • Supports the development and maintenance of effective supplier relationships to achieve company goals to include achieving schedule, reducing material lead times, improving quality, reliable delivery performance and favorable pricing.
  • Obtains competitive bids as appropriate.
  • Researches sources of supply and requests supplier viability data (i.e. Survey Information, ISO Certifications).
  • Updates and maintains supplier records.
  • Reviews, reports and updates ERP (CINCOM) data related to supplier records.
  • Supports Supplier Performance Reviews by printing reports, organizing data reviews with buyers, obtaining approvals, and issuing report and cover letter to suppliers.
  • Supports senior level buyers with transactions for return to vendor, Government owned property and other buyer responsibilities.
  • Attends meetings both internal and with suppliers, as needed.
  • Follows established QMS procedures.
  • Takes initiative in recognizing and proposing process improvement opportunities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities at one time.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain processes
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and organize workload to assure that timelines are met while having frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.
  • Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area.
  • Other assignments and/or projects as required.


Buyer I:
  • Primary source for procurement of MRO materials and other non-direct materials.
  • Utilizes system reports and other sources to meet production requirements and minimize inventory holding costs.
  • Participates in the disposition of surplus, salvage, returned and discrepant materials.
  • Notifies appropriate personnel when ordered material may be/or is past scheduled delivery date.
  • Reviews material requirements to support production schedules and avoid expediting fees.
  • Entry level negotiation skills


Buyer II:
  • Manages procurement for small project-unique materials and some commodity procurement.
  • Utilizes system reports and other inputs applying limited experience and judgment to meet production requirements and minimize inventory holding costs.
  • Responsible for effective supplier management, tracking of supplier issues and performance, sourcing, proposals and supplier consolidation efforts.
  • Mentors and trains level I Buyers.
  • Ability to negotiate effectively and drive solutions and cost savings.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

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Compensation: $78,000 - $93,000

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Required:

Each successive level of Buyer builds on the identified knowledge, skills and abilities listed for the previous level(s) Buyer.

Buyer ALL:
  • Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
  • Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
  • Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
  • Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft office (i.e. Word, Excel)
  • Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.


Buyer I:
  • Ability to solve problems with assistance, resulting from the nature of items produced and purchased.
  • High degree of integrity; solid judgment and initiative.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface well with other internal departments and outside suppliers.
  • Proficiency in automated business planning and control systems (MRP), as well as MS Office applications.
  • Must be detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow- assignments through to successful completion.
  • Must be able to think analytically to complete work while meeting deadlines.
  • Must be able to manage multiple priorities and be willing to seek assistance as needed from peers and/or manager.
  • Must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
  • Must be able to professionally handle a fast-paced work environment with competing demands and/or shifts in priorities.
  • May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).

Buyer II:
  • Ability to solve complex problems independently resulting from the complex nature of items produced and purchased, with limited assistance.


Preferred:

Buyer ALL:
  • Working knowledge of customer flow through requirements such as FAR/DFARS, ITAR

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

Buyer I:
  • B.S. Degree in related field preferred, Minimum of 1 year directly related experience, preferably in an aerospace or composites manufacturing environment. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Buyer II:
  • B.S. Degree in related field preferred, minimum of 3 years directly related experience, preferably in an aerospace or composites manufacturing environment. Exposure or limited experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment preferred. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • Some experience managing/measuring supplier performance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Office and or manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
  • May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.


TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
  • 0-10% May be required between KUAS locations and or supplier sites.

About Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. provides mission critical products, solutions, and services in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Kratos Government Solutions, Unmanned Systems, and Public Safety & Security. The Kratos Government Solutions segment offers microwave electronic products, satellite communications, training systems, modular systems, and defense and rocket support services. The Unmanned Systems segment provides unmanned aerial, ground, and seaborne, as well as command, control, and communications systems. The Public Safety & Security segment designs, engineers, deploys, operates, integrates, maintains, and operates security and surveillance solutions for homeland security, public safety, critical infrastructure, government, and commercial customers. The company serves national security related agencies, the department of defense, intelligence agencies, and classified agencies, as well as international government agencies and domestic and international commercial customers; and critical infrastructure, power generation, power transport, nuclear energy, financial, IT, healthcare, education, transportation, and petro-chemical industries, as well as government and military customers. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Learn more about Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Size
3,300 employees
Market Cap
$1.1 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$79.6 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+8.4%
Revenue
$747.6 million
NASDAQ
KTOS
* Ladders Estimates

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