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Procurement Specialist II

2 months ago

Merritt Island, United States AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. Full time

Company Overview:

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. provides cutting-edge solutions to address the most intricate U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence challenges. With over five decades of experience in the U.S. market, we have established ourselves as a reliable partner for government entities, utilizing advanced satellite, laser communication, rotorcraft, and fixed-wing technologies to support our national security and defense objectives.

At Airbus U.S., we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes individual career development and success. We offer competitive salaries and exceptional employee benefits, making Airbus U.S. an ideal environment for top talent.

Position Overview:

The Buyer II role is essential in procuring or subcontracting specialized products and services, which range from commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) items to custom-built materials and complex assemblies. This position encompasses a variety of critical responsibilities:


Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the complete lifecycle of assigned Purchase Orders, including:
    • Creation and management of Purchase Orders
    • Coordination of timelines based on input from stakeholders
    • Receiving inventory and ensuring timely supplier payments
  • Source and acquire goods and services from diverse suppliers.
  • Generate and assess requests for quotations, focusing on optimizing pricing to enhance overall cost efficiency.
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance to evaluate and monitor supplier performance.
  • Work closely with internal teams to review specifications and assess both products and services.
  • Identify and implement strategies to reduce costs and enhance operational efficiencies.
  • Utilize sound business practices to evaluate supplier performance.
  • Ensure proper documentation is maintained for the receipt of goods.
  • Comply with all FAR regulations pertaining to government procurement.
  • Engage with Engineering, Configuration Management, Industrial Operations, and Supply Chain as necessary.
  • Develop and manage replenishment strategies to optimize inventory turnover.

Additional Duties:

  • Participate in special projects as needed.
  • Support supply chain compliance and process enhancement initiatives.
  • Perform other assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • A Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of experience in supply chain management, ideally in a buyer capacity under FAR/DFARS compliance.
  • Alternatively, a Master's Degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience in a buyer role under FAR/DFARS compliance.

Experience:

  • If lacking a Bachelor's or Master's Degree, a minimum of 6 years of supply chain management experience is required, preferably in a buyer role under FAR/DFARS compliance.
  • Proven experience in placing FAR/DFARS compliant orders exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
  • Expertise in complex negotiations.
  • Experience in negotiating corporate terms and conditions.
  • Ability to mentor and train others.

Required Skills:

  • Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint or SAP is mandatory; experience with both is a significant advantage.
  • Experience in evaluating proposals and placing FAR/DFARS compliant orders.
  • Understanding of flexible pricing subcontract types and their compliant execution.
  • Familiarity with undefinitized contracting vehicles.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and exceptional organizational abilities.
  • Demonstrated business acumen.
  • Strong presentation skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.
  • Experience in contract change management, particularly in a developmental subcontracting context.

Desired Skills:

  • Experience in risk mitigation and implementing corrective actions.
  • Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
  • Experience in evaluating Small Business Subcontracting Plans.

Travel Requirements:

  • Up to 5% travel may be necessary.

Eligibility:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Clearance:

  • Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance in the future.

Decision-Making and Complexity:

  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.

Nature of Contacts:

  • Regular communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Physical Requirements:

  • Physical demands include lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, sitting, standing, walking, and manual dexterity.

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, and training.