DRS Technologies is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security. Headquartered in Arlington, VA, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Finmeccanica S.p.A. which employs more than 70,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at www.drs.com.

DRS Naval Power Systems (NPS) a multi-site operation responsible for $350 million of revenue with locations in Milwaukee, WI, Danbury, CT, Fitchburg, MA, and High Ridge, MO with an employee base of approximately 900 employees. NPS is structured into four Lines of Business: Power, Motors, Nuclear Instrumentation and Controls and Marlo Coil focusing on supporting the power and propulsion needs of the U.S. Navy.  We provide engineering, manufacturing and lifetime support of our highly engineered products. 

Title: Senior Buyer

Position Summary:

Execute/Generate CPSR-compliant purchase orders, based on approved requisitions, requests for proposals, bids and other similar and necessary documents related to the purchasing of commodities or major subcontract items.  Qualified applicants will have working knowledge of government contracts and requirements with an understanding of FAR and DFAR.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute/Generate CPSR-compliant purchase orders, based on approved requisitions, requests for proposals, bids and other similar and necessary documents related to the purchasing of commodities or major subcontract items
• Facilitate and manage any supplier issues (i.e. cost, quality, delivery, customer service)
• Manage all aspects of supplier including Accounts Payable holds
• Initiate and follow through on any supplier changes (Engineering Change Notices)
• Lead negotiations and apply knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines, practices and requirements to assess, plan and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk
• Establish and maintain sound professional relationships with suppliers. Resolve issues (e.g. pricing, quality, timing, claims, contract disputes, etc.) associated with terms and conditions of service agreements
• Understand demand/spend profile for commodity areas, and provide this information as necessary
• Track and report cost savings or avoidances
• Maintain current accurate records and files of all vendor agreements and related procurement records
• Communicate supplier performance including supplier visits as required
• Be the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in Purchasing; preferred experience with FAR, DFAR, or similar
• Bachelors’ degree in relevant field or equivalent experience in related field
• Ability to understand military specs and read blue prints
• Ability to understand and adhere to all laws pertaining to procurement, contracts, breach by contract, etc.
• Knowledge and use of price and cost analysis
• Strong negotiating skills
• Above-average skills in using Microsoft Products
• US Citizenship 

• CPM desirable

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.