Technical Buyer

Purpose of Position:

The Technical Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, equipment, and services necessary for the company’s technical and engineering needs. This role supports departments such as R&D, Design, Infrastructure, Facilities, and Production . The Technical Buyer ensures that procurement activities align with the company’s strategic and operational goals while meeting all requirements, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Scope of work and actions are collaboratively managed with Engineering and Operations.
• Responsibility for creating/monitoring purchase orders on a daily basis, for R&D, Capital Expenditures, and Operational Expenditures.
• Ensures that all processes are conducted according to approved procedures.
• Identify and source suppliers for technical materials, components, and services required by R&D, Engineering, and Production teams.
• Works closely with various functions such as R&D, Design, Fluids, Electrical, Testing, and Production to resolve issues for current sourced solutions.
• Supports supply agreement negotiations and resolves issues on pricing and sourcing with management.
• Seeks out cost reduction through negotiation, competitive bidding, and market knowledge.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of suppliers and their capabilities including key personnel, product details, production processes, order handling, internal systems, and shipping capabilities
• Maintains accurate purchasing data in the Procurement, Inventory, and accounting system and purchases materials in the most economical size, composition, quality, quantity, and combination
• Expedites materials as required and handles rejections or other problems on purchased materials
• Monitors supplier performance metrics
• Identifies and implements process efficiencies and process improvements for the organization
• Reviews open order reports and other indicators to ensure a timely delivery of indirect goods and services
• Notifies internal stakeholders whenever an existing shipment commitment is in jeopardy, and recommends alternatives on how the requested demand could be satisfied
• Creates scorecards for certain suppliers and communicates the scorecard to supplier
• Manages the tactical business relationship between the supplier and Firehawk, and ensures that communications are clear and appropriate
• Investigates and drives corrective actions to receiving and accounting problems related to purchase orders
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• BS/BSE/BA level degree in business, engineering, materials science, logistics, or related discipline or equivalent experience
• 3 years Experience in a purchasing, sourcing, technical role in the R&D or Engineering space, or relevant job experience.
• 3 years Experience across a broad range of commodities is preferred. Commodities include: electronics, chemicals, tooling, consumables, and manufacturing to print.
• 3 years Experience in a DOD regulated environment is a plus.
• 3 years Experience working independently in a fastpaced environment with rapidly changing priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven negotiation skills

Experienced in using Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point and Word.

ITAR Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; may require minimal walking, standing for extended amounts of time, climbing, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.

Security Clearance:

May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Firehawk Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firehawk Aerospace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.