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Lead Buyer

Kratos Defense
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026
Readiness Delivered. At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. Kratos has an exciting opportunity in Colorado Springs, CO for a Professional Buyer with extensive technical expertise in CPSR related US Government procurement, electronics, and other commodities and services. The candidate must be able to function with considerable latitude and be able to determine objectives and assess approaches to tasks and assignments independently. The candidate must demonstrate ability to work with a team to improve processes, communicate effectively with internal and external customers, maintain supplier relationships, ensure compliant, effective, and efficient fulfilment of requirements, and report to senior management.
  • 10-15 years in US Government Procurement
  • Proven expert in CPSR requirements and audits
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business related field
  • 3-5 years experience in Purchasing electronic parts and components
  • Expert FAR/DFARS knowledge
  • Some construction buying experience
  • Effective communicator both written and verbal
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Must be willing to obtain a Secret clearance

Preferred Skills and Experience
  • 15 years in US Government Procurement
  • Degree in Supply Chain Management

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The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $110,000-$140,000

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings-from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Salary : $110,000 - $140,000

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