Buyer

Nammo Defense Systems Inc., a defense contractor, manufactures and supports shoulder-fired systems; energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, medium & large caliber ammunitions, mortar ammunition; and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aero-structures.

At Nammo Defense Systems, we take seriously our core values of Precision, Dedication and Care.  We are seeking a Buyer to join our Supply Chain team.   

• Competitive Salary
• Monday-Thursday work week working four 10-hour days
• Off on Fridays
• Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(K), employee assistance programs, health savings account

With independent judgment and discretion coordinates the procurement and distribution of materials, parts, equipment supplies, and services for use or for further processing within the supplier management organization by performing the following duties for the company.

• Issues a high quantity of purchase orders to a supply base that is mostly established. 
• Daily activities include quoting, negotiating, system data maintenance/entry, issuing/revising POs, tracking shipments, updating purchase order status and resolution of invoice issues. 
• Work closely with program teams and suppliers to coordinate delivery dates.
• Update and maintain department policies and procedures. Obtain regular status and delivery confirmations from suppliers.
• Ability to work in small cross-functional teams which include functions such as engineering, supplier quality, program management and planning.
• Reviews requisitions, statements of work, drawings, and supplier capabilities to aid in supplier selection. 
• Conducts in-depth research on new manufacturing processes, products, and price trends to assist in product development, value analysis, standardization, and recommended cost savings.
• Obtaining regular status and delivery confirmations from suppliers and managing U.S. Government reporting per FAR and DFAR
• Perform other duties as required

This role requires collaboration across internal teams and with external stakeholders.

This position requires daily autonomous decision-making capabilities when working with both internal and external customers.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or other business study preferred
• 1-2 years’ experience in procurement or supply chain
• Working knowledge of manufacturing activities, purchasing, materials, production process and inventory methods
• Ability to obtain ATF approval to work with our products.

• Proficient in MRP i.e. Project, Costpoint, MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and internet for research.

• U.S. Government reporting (FAR and DFAR) and specific supplier-related tasks
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in-person, via email, and via phone.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.

• Full-time on-site position.
• This position may require travel on an as-needed basis.
• This position may require working in diverse settings and conditions.