Buyer II (ref2674K)

Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on X.

Job Description

Purchases a high volume and variety of materials, supplies and services. Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers and negotiations price, delivery, quality and service. Follows up on all awards until completion of order. Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, cancellations and engineering changes. Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.

Responsibilities and Tasks in order of priority to be successful:

• To Manage Subcontracts and provide direction/guidance for the Purchasing Department.

• Assist Buyers in determining priorities for materials and services in support of US Government and Commercial customers.

• To create Requests for Proposals (RFP) in support of Programs in response to customer requirements.

• Represents the Company in negotiations

• Places calls or Releases against Subcontracts and tracks performance against Prime Contracts.

• Reviews System for receipt of units. Once found places the order, enters the Purchase Order (PO), prints a hardcopy, and ensures the Acknowledgements.

• Supports Programs and Operations with Prices, Sources, and turn around time as needed to further and increase the business base.

• Performs all the duties of a Buyer as needed to support the Company.

• Maintains all documentation to support Subcontracts and current status on units being repaired at Subcontracts.

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Qualifications

Education, Experience & License or Certification

• Bachelor's degree is preferred

• 1-3 years of functional (using skill set) experience is required

• Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):
  • ESD
  • Safety Training, as dictated by Safety Department

Skills and Abilities

• To understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation System (FARS) and have the ability to differentiate between FARS and the acquisition of commercial items. Also, an understanding of the electronic commerce.

• Knowledge of the Standards of Conduct expected - Procurement integrity, Ethics, and Improper Business Practices.

• The ability to understand the needs and methods to qualify a Supplier.

• The ability to conduct and document market research.

• The mastery of simplified acquisition procedures.

• The ability to put together a solicitation using the Uniform Contract Format.

• The ability to use the processes and techniques to analysis cost and pricing data submitted.

• To possess the knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them.

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Additional Information

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k 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, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

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