Job Description:

Saab, Inc. is hiring a Buyer-Commodity Professional as we expand our team to support multiple business areas across North America. This role will make an impact as a critical contributor to defense, security, and manufacturing programs by continuously improving Saab, Inc's. supplier base including, but not limited to, the following:

Negotiate price, delivery and terms and conditions of purchased items.

Understand and apply contractual Terms and Conditions.

Read and understand drawings

Request, obtain and evaluate quotes

Coordinate RMA (Return Material Authorization) with suppliers

Manage the supplier onboarding process and paperwork

Coordinate resolution of invoice discrepancies

Effectively communicate with internal and/or external customers

Effectively use appropriate tools and computer skills

Effectively use problem solving skills and analytical thinking

Identify and qualify potential suppliers

Analyze cost/price factors for pre-award and post-award actions for purchases

Understanding of the FAR and DFAR flow downs

Ability to productively work within a best practices approach in order to drive supply chain processes improvements.

Compensation Range: $63,000-$78,700

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in a business-related discipline (B.S. in Supply Chain Management preferred)

2+ years related experience

Required Skills:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Possess understanding of Government contracting (to include FAR/DFAR) and key business processes

Attention to detail, strong organizational, communication and negotiation skills necessary in a team environment

Ability to understand Procurement / Supply Chain and Material Requirement Planning

Preparation and administration of routine correspondence and purchasing related documentation

Collaborate cross functionally with business areas such as Manufacturing, Material Handling and Finance to close out open purchase orders

Collaborate and coordinate with suppliers to obtain product or service information, such as price, product availability, and delivery schedule updates (expedites and / or facilitates the delivery of goods to users).

Communicate with internal and external customers as applicable

Prepare, organize and maintain purchasing records and files documenting purchasing performance and compliance

Domestic or global expertise of assigned commodities

Work comfortably in a team environment, multi-task, be self-motivated and support concurrent requirements for different internal and external customers.

Ability to obtain security clearance

Desired Experience:

Knowledge/experience with Department of Defense (DoD) procurements and contracts

Prior work experience in Procurement or Supply Chain-related field

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants

Saab, Inc

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