Buyer

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Quonset, RI
Salary
$90,000–$119,000 / yr
Posted
71 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $178k
This role $104k
$75k most similar roles pay here $231k

This role pays less than 93% of similar roles. Most pay $139,437–$216,268 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $104k versus about $178k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1697 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1504 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Buyer

The Buyer joins the team focused on developing next-generation Autonomous Underwater Vehicles for seabed exploration. In this role, you will manage supplier relationships, negotiate prices, and ensure timely parts delivery while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to support the development of defense technologies. Your daily responsibilities include executing cost reduction projects, managing production work orders, analyzing supplier data to identify optimization opportunities, and ensuring compliance with complex commercial terms. You will also participate in strategic sourcing initiatives and make/buy decisions based on product Bill of Materials knowledge. The role requires proficiency in Excel and Oracle or similar ERP systems, along with skills in technical procurement, reading blueprints, and navigating FAR/DFAR regulations. This position addresses the challenge of sourcing components for advanced maritime vehicles within a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment.

What you'll do

  • Manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing to ensure timely delivery of parts.
  • Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to determine the best sources for components.
  • Execute cost reduction projects and identify opportunities for supply chain optimization.
  • Ensure supplier compliance with complex commercial terms and agreements.
  • Analyze procurement data to identify trends and support strategic make/buy decisions.
  • Place purchase orders and resolve downstream issues with receiving, finance, and accounting departments.
  • Manage production work orders while maintaining a deep understanding of the product BOM.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving cost savings and quality.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of purchasing experience, including technical procurement.
  • Proficiency with Excel and Oracle or a similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
  • Excellent documentation, communication, and relationship management skills.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
  • Expertise in commercial and FAR/DFAR procurement rules, regulations, and laws.
  • Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints.

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