Lead Senior Buyer

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

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• →Understand, analyze, and communicate cost and supplier data in a Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Government environment
• →Develop and implement supply chain strategies and programs to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations
• →Lead cross-functional teams to manage complex supply chain programs, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, and supplier relationships
• →Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPI’s) to assess the effectiveness of supply chain programs and identify areas for improvement
• →Identify and mitigate supply chain risks by implementing appropriate contingency plans and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (FAR/DFAR)
• →Identify process improvement opportunities within the supply chain, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency
• →Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as procurement, production, and material teams, to align supply chain programs with overall business objectives
• →Oversee relationships with key suppliers and ensure adherence to quality standards
• →Develop and manage the supply chain programs budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and delivering cost savings where possible
• →Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a collaborative and high performance work environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent required; Master’s degree is a plus
• Significant experience 8+ years within supply chain management, including at least 3-4 years in purchasing
• Experience in program management and working with global supply chains is highly desirable
• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex supply chain data, identify trends and insights, and make data-driven decisions to optimize supply chain operations
• Strategic Thinking: Demonstrate ability to develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals, and to drive innovation and change within the supply chain function
• Leadership Abilities: Proven track record of effectively leading and developing teams, fostering collaboration, and driving results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Communication and influencing Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex supply chain concepts and strategies to stakeholders at all levels of organization
• Problem-solving Orientation: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes, develop practical solutions, and drive implementation to address supply chain challenges and optimize performance
• Strong skills required in overall communication, presentation, analysis, team rapport with the ability to be flexible and adapt to change

• Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate

• Physical Location: 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
• Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
• Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
• Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
• Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line
• Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

Up to 0-15% travel may be required