Senior Buyer, Armtec Defense Technologies

Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Coachella, at Armtec’s world-class, sole-source production facility for felted fiber nitrocellulose combustible cartridge cases for medium and large caliber military ammunition; and pyrophoric payloads for training grenades.

Company Profile

Company: Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG).

Industry: Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and Countermeasures

Job Overview

Title: Senior Buyer

Job Family: Supply Chain

Reports to: Director, Supply Chain

Works with: All levels of employees

Location: Coachella, California

Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Responsible for negotiating and purchasing a variety of materials and services to support Production, Maintenance, and Operations. This includes negotiating and maintaining long term contracts. Duties may include planning and purchasing direct materials to support production programs, Support R&D and facility maintenance. Document and justify purchases in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review requisitions for accuracy and confirm the proper technical information is provided, if applicable. If technical data is provided, confirm the document has been reviewed by a Jurisdiction Classification specialist and has been stamped as containing or not containing export controlled data
• Assist with identifying and qualifying suppliers by determining their ability to produce and supply product or provide services meeting the required specifications within the time frame requested.
• Prepare Request for Quotes (RFQ’s) and review bid proposals from suppliers with the requestor and determine which supplier provides the best value.
• In accordance with FAR/DFAR requirements, document and justify purchases, conduct price analysis and build and maintain procurement files in accordance with Armtec FAR compliant P&P.
• Provide direct support on special production and R&D projects.
• Assist SQE to track supplier performance and identify the need for alternate suppliers of goods and services.
• Work proactively with suppliers and internal customers on resolving issues involving price, delivery schedules, shortages, quality, etc. This will mainly involve working with Quality (SQE), Shipping & Receiving, and Accounts Payable to resolve related issues, although involvement will not be limited to these departments. Immediately communicate to the appropriate department if an identified issue will impact production.
• Maintain purchase order files in accordance with the records retention policy and stringent FAR, DFAR(S) regulatory compliance requirements.
• Perform special assignments or projects as directed by the Supply Chain Director.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above
• Understand and live by Armtec’s ethics and business conduct policies.
• Ability to multi-task, and perform effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR) requirements 3 – 5 years preferred.
• Extensive Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Infor LN preferred)
• Familiar with ITAR/Export Control requirements and restrictions.
• Must be dependable, responsible, detail oriented, and have the ability to deal with people effectively.
• Experience with Lean/Continuous Improvement activities preferred, such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Plan for Every Part (PFEP) and Just in Time (JIT) inventory management.
• Knowledge of industry suppliers and product capabilities preferred.
• Computer literate. Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret scheduling reports and work order instructions.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Familiarity with ISO requirements preferred
• Experience/familiarity with DCMA
• Must have CPSR (Contractor’s Purchasing System Review) procurement experience
• Should be familiar with SAM (Systems for Award Management)
• Should be familiar with federal small business requirements, NAICS, and SBA Size Standards

Armtec Competencies

• Demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies as an employee: customer focus, ethics and values, problem solving, integrity and trust, functional/technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity.

Education & Professional Work Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or University; or three to five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be a U.S. Person*

Work Hours

4/10 workweek

To Apply

Please apply on-line on the Armtec Career Website, www.armtecdefense.com

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Protected Vet

• U.S. Person is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (I-551 Permanent Resident Card/Green Card holder).

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