Buyer II

Job Description

Company Information:

Elbit 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: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Job Summary:

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• Purchases a high volume and variety of materials, supplies and services.
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• Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers and negotiations price, delivery, quality and service.
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• Follows up on all awards until completion of order.
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• Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, cancellations and engineering changes.
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• Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
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Responsibilities and Tasks:
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To Manage Subcontracts and provide direction/guidance for the Purchasing Department.
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Assist Buyers in determining priorities for materials and services in support of US Government and Commercial customers.
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To create Requests for Proposals (RFP) in support of Programs in response to customer requirements.
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Represents the Company in negotiations
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Places calls or Releases against Subcontracts and tracks performance against Prime Contracts.
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Reviews System for receipt of units. Once found places the order, enters the Purchase Order (PO), prints a hardcopy, and ensures the Acknowledgements.
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Supports Programs and Operations with Prices, Sources, and turn around time as needed to further and increase the business base.
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Performs all the duties of a Buyer as needed to support the Company.
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Maintains all documentation to support Subcontracts and current status on units being repaired at Subcontracts.

Education, Experience & License or Certification

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• Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of experience
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• Or, Associate's degree with 4+ years of experience
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Skills and Abilities
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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.
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Knowledge of the Standards of Conduct expected - Procurement integrity, Ethics, and Improper Business Practices.
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The ability to understand the needs and methods to qualify a Supplier.
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The ability to conduct and document market research.
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The mastery of simplified acquisition procedures.
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The ability to put together a solicitation using the Uniform Contract Format.
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The ability to use the processes and techniques to analysis cost and pricing data submitted.
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To possess the knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them.

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Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

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• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
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• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
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• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
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• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
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• Flexible Vacation & PTO
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• Paid Parental Leave
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• Generous Employee Referral Program
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• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
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• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
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This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.