What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems?
Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
This position is responsible for managing the process of procuring indirect services and IT related equipment and solutions. Manages and participates in the activities of buyers and subcontract administrators to accomplish business objectives. Reviews and approves significant purchase orders and subcontracts. Develops and interprets policies and procedures for the operation of the procurement department's activities and manages cost, schedule, and performance of subcontracts. Manages the coordination of purchasing activities with engineering and manufacturing departments. May accomplish objectives through subordinate management and/or professional staff. May be responsible for decisions that have a serious impact on outcomes within the department or across the company.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Qualifications
Salary range: 100,290 - 183,098
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
This position is responsible for managing the process of procuring indirect services and IT related equipment and solutions. Manages and participates in the activities of buyers and subcontract administrators to accomplish business objectives. Reviews and approves significant purchase orders and subcontracts. Develops and interprets policies and procedures for the operation of the procurement department's activities and manages cost, schedule, and performance of subcontracts. Manages the coordination of purchasing activities with engineering and manufacturing departments. May accomplish objectives through subordinate management and/or professional staff. May be responsible for decisions that have a serious impact on outcomes within the department or across the company.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review and approve purchase orders and agreements. Negotiate and award purchase orders and subcontracts on behalf of the corporation.
- Establish and monitor compliance with purchasing policies and procedures in accordance with all acquisition, export and other applicable regulations, company policies and contractual requirements.
- Assign tasks, review work, and provide direction to staff while ensuring purchasing processes are met within established timelines.
- Lead the negotiation of commercial terms and conditions negotiations with suppliers, with specific focus on software license agreements.
- Support IRAD and company internal investment schedules by assisting in planning activities and monitoring buys.
- Manage the facilitation of pre-award surveys and supplier evaluations.
- Coordinate various internal and external audits, including government and customer audits.
- Act as primary contact for purchasing activities and issues. May represent the company with customers, potential customers and suppliers.
- Keep abreast of best practices in supply chain and materials management.
- Manage and actively participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required management and professional talent.
- Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.
- Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.
Job Qualifications
- Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline and eleven or more years of progressive experience interpreting, awarding and administering complex contractual agreements. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Must have demonstrated experience in the concepts, principles, and standard practices of supply chain management and purchasing and an extensive knowledge of contract construction, and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
- Must be capable of coordinating inter-organizational activities and recommending creative solutions to complex issues.
- The ability to document, investigate, advise, interpret and explain complex issues or technical information to internal staff at all levels throughout the organization as well as external customers and suppliers is also required.
- Must have experience negotiating complex purchases and subcontracts and conducting briefings while having a detailed and comprehensive understanding of IT and Services requirements planning.
- Able to work extended hours and travel as required.
Salary range: 100,290 - 183,098