Senior Buyer

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Huntsville, AL · Manufacturing : Rocket Motor Systems Production : Supply Chain

Seeking a Senior Buyer to support procurement for defense technology programs, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery of critical materials and services. This role involves purchase order management, supplier coordination, problem-solving supply chain disruptions, order tracking, cross-functional collaboration, and data/process management. Requires 4+ years of supply chain experience, technical procurement, and ability to read technical drawings.

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.
  6. Maintain accurate records, track procurement KPIs, and identify opportunities to streamline processes.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field
  • 4+ years of supply chain experience
  • technical procurement
  • Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints
  • Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in McHenry, MS

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

  • critical materials
  • technical procurement
  • technical drawings