Senior Buyer

About AM General

AM General is a leading developer and builder of specialized ground vehicle systems that serve the US Armed Services and our allies. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers.

Our Purpose

We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us. We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith: We are Responsive, we have Integrity, we are Dynamic, and we exhibit Excellence.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Buyer to join our team. The Senior Buyer will work in multiple IPTs to achieve schedule / budget objectives. They will work closely with suppliers to introduce and manage new technology introductions and development projects. The Senior Buyer will also work with requiring activity to ensure clear identification of Indirect requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in multiple IPTs to achieve schedule / budget objectives.
• Work closely with suppliers to introduce and manage new technology introductions and development projects.
• Work with requiring activity to ensure clear identification of Indirect requirements.
• Provide responses to bids, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Prepare requests for proposals for distribution to suppliers.
• Analyze all requirements and provisions in contracts, including terms and conditions to ensure compliance with all laws.
• Ensure that contracts are executed in accordance with corporate guidelines.
• Analyze a contract's risk to the business.
• Monitor the performance of each signed contract.
• Ensure that business goals are accomplished by contract implementation.
• Purchase services to satisfy Indirect requirements.
• Negotiate cost with potential suppliers.
• Compare competitive quotes for best value.
• Draft complete file documentation to ensure determination of fair and reasonable pricing.
• Draft and issue blanket contracts and purchase orders.
• Enter and maintain all information in SAP.
• Train requisitioners in SAP requirements for their areas - to include all pertinent info.
• Collaborate with requisitioners and accounting for account updates / accuracy / issues.
• Work with Accounts Payable for any invoice or PO issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent required (with CPSM/CPM).
• 3-5 years experience required in supply chain management experience in military / automotive new-product development through full-rate production.
• MBA, CPSM, and/or CPSD preferred.
• Strong computer and communication skills required (Word, Excel, Project, SAP).
• Analytical thinking, negotiating, and problem-solving skills required.
• Strong skills required in communication, presentation, analysis, team rapport with the ability to be flexible and adapt to change.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, and video conferencing programs.

Working Conditions

This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel may be required.