Buyer Supply Chain

Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly

Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability. Continuously seek new suppliers to ensure a diversified supply base

Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost-effective agreements while maintaining quality standards

Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve cost efficiency within the supply chain

Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and work closely with other departments to ensure adequate stock levels to support production schedules while minimizing excess inventory

Risk Management: Proactively identify potential supply chain risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity of supply

Compliance: Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to government regulations and industry standards, especially those related to defense contracts

Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and logistics, to ensure alignment and support project goals and timelines

Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement and supply chain processes

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field

Experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably within the defense or maritime industry

Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills

Familiarity with government procurement regulations (e.g., FAR, DFAR) is a plus

Proficiency in procurement software and tools

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Occasional standing and walking within the office.

Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.

Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.

Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.

Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).