Senior Buyer

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Ashville, OH · Hardware Operations : Supply Chain : Procurement

Seeking a Senior Buyer - CapEx for a defense technology company that develops AI-powered military systems. The role involves procurement activities, supplier management, and ensuring on-time delivery of critical materials and services. Requires experience in technical procurement and CapEx, with a focus on supporting programs that integrate advanced technologies like AI, computer vision, and sensor fusion.

What you'd actually do

  1. Create, issue, and manage purchase orders to meet production and program needs.
  2. Maintain relationships with suppliers, monitor performance, and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and pricing.
  3. Quickly resolve supply chain disruptions, delivery delays, and quality issues to keep projects on track.
  4. Monitor and expedite orders to meet deadlines and production schedules.
  5. Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to align procurement with company goals.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field
  • 5+ years of supply chain experience, including technical procurement
  • Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints
  • CapEx experience
  • U.S. Person status

Nice to have

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
  • Proficiency in Excel
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

What the JD emphasized

  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities