Purchasing Supervisor

Job Description:

Shift: First Shift

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Micro Systems Inc. (MSI), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, uncrewed arial systems and self-driving trucks. As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing systems to support National Security.

At MSI, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of autonomous technology within the defense and commercial industry today!

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Maintains continuity of supplies to manufacturing operations and supports the company supply chain in the procurement and scheduling of cost efficient and quality materials.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Identify vendors for preferred vendor recommendations and negotiate best value with suppliers and perform materials quotation for prices and delivery
• Manage procurement, storage, planning and distribution of materials to maintain a quality supply chain
• Identify and reduce long lead times in the system by utilizing material strategies with suppliers
• Review MRP exceptions, purchase order status, and order action reports to determine and assign priorities
• Support contracts and sourcing projects for new bids
• Minimize obsolescence costs by working with engineering, production and marketing for alternate solutions
• Resolve order discrepancies, support material return for damage and/or inspection failure and negotiate settlements with suppliers
• Ensure timely delivery of products to support manufacturing
• Develop new, better or alternate sources for continuous improvement
• Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less PTO, FML/STD/LTD
• Negotiate pricing for cost savings and winning bid / proposals
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) purchases for Engineering

Other Job Functions

• Interview and select qualified personnel for department vacancies
• Identify training needs and provide training for applicable personnel
• Assist inspection efforts as needed
• Work independently without supervision
• Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position supervises Material Buyers
Experience and Skills:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors and ability to lead and direct
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of grammar
• Effective time management and prioritization skills
• Strong and pronounced problem solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of inventory control systems, logistics and lean material replenishment programs
• Ability to deploy processes for an optimal supply chain

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

HS Diploma or equivalent, bachelor’s degree preferred

A minimum of 8 years of procurement experience in related industry

Advanced experience with MS Office

Experience working with contracts, RFPs and BOMs

Working knowledge of MRPs and APICS

Working knowledge of electronic and mechanical manufacturing strongly preferred

Knowledge of Export Compliance (ITAR) a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Office and production environment

Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time

Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboard, mouse, phone, 10-key)

Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing environment with multiple deadlines

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES

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Job Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
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From: Kratos Defense