Sr. Buyer 1Job LocationsUS-WA-BothellRequisition ID2023-18419Position TypeFull TimePosition ClassificationOn-SiteJob FunctionSupply Chain & LogisticsOverviewGeneral Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Sr. Buyer 1 to join our Bothell, WA Team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.GD-OTS in Bothell offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.Responsible for all purchasing activities, as assigned by the Supply Chain Operations Manager, taking into consideration quality, delivery, price, risks, terms and other significant factors. Coordinates and manages the procurement of materials, parts, equipment, and supplies for the organization's development programs.Major Position ResponsibilitiesParticipate in the development and maintenance of program supply chain plans with planners and program staff.Lead all supplier contact and management efforts.Coordinates cross functionally.Process assigned requisitions in compliance with defined cycle times in support of defined program supply chain plans and business requirements, as applicable.Negotiate pricing and delivery to reduce costs and meet delivery requirements.Issue Purchase Orders and/or IDWA's as necessary.Work closely with programs, master scheduling, cost/price analysis and compliance groups to ensure timely and accurate completion of activities and communication of status.Prepares and conducts competitive solicitations for assigned suppliers and/or products; evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers.Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding return of materials, over shipments, rejections, losses, damages and engineering changes within assigned scope of responsibility and level of authorization.Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery, often as part of a team.Comply with GDOTS corporate and business unit policies and procedures.Comply with all applicable governmental regulations and laws.Provide fair and reasonable price determination, as required within assigned work.Prepare and document cost/price analysis, as required within assigned work.Other duties as assigned.Travel to supplier and other GD locations as required. Approx. 15%.Basic QualificationsKnowledgeable of a wide range of commodities and services.Working knowledge of legal aspects of purchasing/procurement as required by federal, state and local levels of public laws and regulations, UCC, DFARS.Demonstrated working knowledge of purchase order documentation (single/sole source, source selection, price/cost analysis contract flow down, cost accounting standards, certifications etc.) and its significance within the procurement process.Demonstrated skills in negotiations of major procurements/prime contracts.Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all levels of an organization.Excellent problem-solving, planning, organizational, oral and written communication skills. Must be able to identify and resolve issues/problems in a timely manner and develop alternative solutions.Ability to respond to customer inquiries in written and verbal manner, as well as able to communicate clearly and persuasively with both the