Procurement Associate

Position Description:

Responsible for managing and administering all activities between GDLS and suppliers for various types of purchase orders and subcontracts for the direct purchasing team.

About GDLS

We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters.

At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.

From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world.

That's why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win.Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let's shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

Responsibilities Include:

Responsible for managing all affairs relative to the position of a General Procurement Buyer
- Analysis of Oracle system material needs
- Solicitation and preparation of Request for Quotes (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Request for Information (RFIs)
- Cost analysis of proposals
- Price analysis of quotes
- Proposal fact finding
- Proposal negotiations (including cost and terms and conditions)
- Purchase Order preparation, placement and continued administration / monitoring to assure Subcontractor compliance
- Administer Subcontracts / Purchase orders, control costs and assure on-time delivery to support program requirements
- Buying which includes analysis of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) needs
- Serve as the focal point between the suppliers and GDLS functional departments and program offices
- Manage quality, design and payment issues with Subcontractors
- Coordinate "Source Selection" process as necessary
- Ensure GDLS compliance with applicable procurement laws and regulations
- Administration of Purchase Order kick off meetings and on-site program reviews at Suppliers
- Review and analyze planning to assure Subcontracts / Purchase orders are placed within supplier lead-time
- Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a business area of study
  - Ability to use Oracle system & associated computer systems
  - Experience in cost and price analysis and write-ups
  - Ability to negotiate
  -Occasional domestic travel
  - Possible International travel
  - Strong communication (oral & written) and problem solving skills
  - Strong problem solving and program management skills
  - Excellent business acumen
  - Work in a team environment to meet team objectives and performance metrics
  - Perform under pressure to meet deadlines, provide timely updates, and communicate status with all parties involved
  - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & the Internet business applications are desired but are not mandated
  - Strong understanding of procurement processes, systems and MRP
  - Ability to multi-task and proper management of work day and buying deck
  - Ability to obtain a US security clearance

Additional Information

This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain security clearances).

• Up to 20% travel may be required at times.
• Willing to work outside regular business hours as needed to address critical issues that aris

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.