Purchasing Manager

Senior Purchasing Manager | Gaithersburg, MD $140K-$175K Relocation assistance considered 9/80 schedule 6% 401K match Overview Senior Purchasing Manager with a defense, aerospace, or high-technology manufacturing background. Lead purchasing, procurement, strategic sourcing and commodity management Drive supplier development, negotiations, subcontracting and supplier performance Manage strategic supplier agreements, including SPA, BOA and LTA Lead make/buy decisions, supplier selection, transitions and cost reduction Support NPI, production requirements, material availability and obsolescence planning Lead and develop the purchasing organization Qualifications BA/BS Degree Active Secret Clearance (or eligible for one) 7+ years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing or supply chain experience Leadership experience managing purchasing or procurement teams Strong defense, aerospace or high-technology manufacturing background DoD, ITAR, EAR, FAR and DFARS experience