This position is responsible for purchasing commercial-off-the-shelf hardware and software products, professional services, and other Indirect Services to support internal customers. In this role, Buyer: Maintains an awareness of available or potential suppliers and reviews and evaluates their operations to validate cost, quality, reliability, and ability to meet schedule and price requirements. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable government regulations. Compil... more details
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to work within our Indirect Procurement team located in Poway, CA.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is responsible for purchasing commercial-off-the-shelf hardware and software products, professional services, and other Indirect Services to support internal customers. In this role, Buyer:
Maintains an awareness of available or potential suppliers and reviews and evaluates their operations to validate cost, quality, reliability, and ability to meet schedule and price requirements.
Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable government regulations.
Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives.
Identifies, develops, and selects qualified suppliers.
Evaluates supplier reliability and performance.
Coordinates competitive and sole source procurements to meet required purchase dates and prepares required support documentation.
Reviews and analyzes suppliers' bids.
Performs price analysis.
May participate as a team member on intermediate procurement negotiations involving agreements on terms and conditions as well as prices and schedules.
Follows up, expedites, and negotiates changes relative to delivery and supplier performance.
Maintains professional relationship with internal customers and suppliers.
May represent the organization as the primary purchasing contact on assigned contracts/subcontracts.
May make presentations as required.
Utilizes MS Office Suite, SAP, and other applications.
Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or related discipline along with three or more years of progressive professional purchasing experience. Equivalent professional purchasing experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
Must have an understanding of purchasing concepts and principles, FAR and related governmental rules and regulations; and experience demonstrating a broad application of those principles, concepts, and practices.
Prefer candidate to be knowledgeable in wide array of professional services.
Must be customer focused and possess:
The ability to provide solutions to a range of purchasing problems.
Strong communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings and communicate new concepts to a variety of audiences.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, and customers.
The ability to organize, schedule and coordinate multiple work phases.
Strong computer skills.
SAP experience is desirable.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
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