Sr Buyer

Senior Buyer The Senior Buyer evaluates requisitions for custom nonstandard items, conferring with technical personnel on specifications and possible alternatives; determines the best sources of supply; maintains and utilizes commodity knowledge & market conditions to reduce component pricing. Establishes preferred suppliers while setting expectations and activities to enable cost reduction from those suppliers. Works with the respective material planner to identify cost reduction opportunities from the future planned order release. Responsibilities and tasks include: Strong ability to lead component purchasing commodity lane to achieve scheduled results and commit to contract delivery dates Requires technical knowledge of products, military specifications, and federal acquisition regulations Determines and develops the best sources of supply from knowledge of the supply base, product performance, and capabilities Obtains quotes from suppliers negotiating for optimum pricing, quality, delivery schedule, and terms and conditions Negotiates and drafts fixed pricing agreements with selected suppliers Manages Elbit America Vendor Managed Inventory Program (VMI) and control the demand signals from EPR via electronic file distribution Manages commodity purchase order placement in a timely manner to support the Program schedule needs, as well as department metrics and Company goals for inventory turns Assures all specifications and regulations are provided in the purchasing agreements Provides recommendations for orders over the dollar threshold and, after receiving approval negotiate and awards these orders Serves as liaison between company and supplier regarding all changes in or problems with material deliveries to meet production schedules Actively seek the assistance of other departments to ensure fulfillment of the purchase order Interfaces with Program Management and/or production/material planning personnel to coordinate efforts to obtain material deliveries no earlier or later than required for production Performs in-depth price analysis utilizing commodity knowledge and market conditions to reduce component pricing Establishes preferred suppliers and initiates expectations and activities to enable cost reduction from the suppliers Works with respective team members to identify cost reduction opportunities from the future planned order release Request assistance from interfacing departments such as Finance or Legal as required, negotiating the purchase in accordance with company and government regulations Coordinate the resolution of supplier problems with interfacing departments Interview supplier representatives and keep abreast of product technology/life cycles and supplier status Provide leadership and training for Commodity, Specification, and Transformation Buyers Participate in and lead continuous improvement activities Support attainment of Process-Based Leadership Scorecard Goals Other related duties as assigned by supervisor Skills and abilities include: Commodity Management Experience Electromechanical or Electronic component and/or assembly experience FAR/DFAR - strong working knowledge Aerospace, Military, or similar industry Demonstrate electronic/mechanical knowledge Knowledge of fixed pricing agreements and vendor-managed inventory Requires technical knowledge of products, military specifications, and federal acquisition regulations Oracle ERP experience Education, experience/knowledge & license/certification: Bachelor's Degree with 5 to 7 years of experience 5+ years of industry experience is preferred Why Roanoke, Virginia? Lower cost of living Family-friendly area Career and economic growth Scenic beauty Outdoor enthusiast's dream Here are some of the great benefits we offer: Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available Flexible Vacation & PTO Paid Parental Leave Generous Employee Referral Program Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you encounter issues with your application, please email .

Created: 2026-03-04