Purchaser/Buyer (Weapons Systems) at CoAspire in Clifton, Virginia

Purchasing ManagerCoAspire is a cutting-edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over thirteen years of a legacy of innovation, we're at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation's warfighters. Our tight-knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where
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safety, quality, and work-life balance come first with a focus on professional growth at our new 27,000+ sq. ft. facility.
Join us to make a tangible impact on mission-critical technology while enjoying Northern Virginia's vibrant community.You will join a growing purchasing team to manage the full procurement lifecycle for materials, components, subcontracted services, and supplies critical to the production of weapon systems. Working closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams, you will ensure on-time delivery of compliant, cost-effective parts and materials while adhering to government regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations/Defense FAR Supplement (FAR/DFARS), ITAR, and company approved purchasing system requirements.Responsibilities:Source, negotiate, and purchase parts, electronics, composites, raw materials, and subcontracted services in support of CoAspire contracts.Issue requests for quotation (RFQs), perform price/cost analysis, and negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and long-term agreements to achieve best value and to reduce total cost of system deliveries.Place and manage purchase orders, expedite deliveries, resolve supplier discrepancies, and maintain accurate procurement records in the ERP/PLM system.Ensure all procurements comply with FAR/DFARS, ITAR export controls, Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) and any other company regulations.Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, conduct supplier performance evaluations as needed, and identify/qualify new sources for strategic materials.Collaborate with engi

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