General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Job SummarySupervisor Buyer supporting DoD ammunition and defense production programs through procurement, supplier management, and technical oversight. Responsible for sourcing, negotiating favorable terms, volume discounts, and long‑term contracts, and for preparing and processing requisitions and purchase orders for critical materials, goods, and services. Ensures compliant, on‑schedule delivery, mitigates supply chain risks, drives supplier performance, and maintains safety, quality, and contractual compliance. Impact of the RoleGeneral Profile- Working supervisor of a team (spends a portion of time performing the work supervised) or supervises the daily activities of production team members
- Must have one or more of any direct report type
- Analyses information to solve on-going problems and implements procedures and approaches to complete work
- Responsible for results of the team
- Provides direction to team using extensive knowledge of established precedents and practices
- Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
- Supervises daily procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing.
- Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates pricing, monitors performance, and expedites to respond to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain.
- Collaborates with other functions to meet current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels.
- Utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands.
- Performs auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations.
- Leads and manages the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.
- Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 3-5 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
- Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power BI, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Preferred education and experience: Bachelor’s Degree
- Discipline: Business, Supply Chain Management or related degree
- Knowledge, skills & abilities: Leadership skills. Decision-making skills. Oral and written communication skills. Analytical thinking skills. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience and use of IFS software.
- Experience in a DoD manufacturing environment. FAR / DFARS / CPSR requirements.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time
- Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Power BI, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Bachelor's degree
- Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Leadership, decision-making, oral and written communication, analytical thinking, detail orientation, and deadline-management skills
- Experience using IFS software
- Experience in a DoD manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CPSR requirements
What We Do
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GDOTS) is a global aerospace and defense company that develops and manufactures weapons systems, munitions, ammunition, and related military equipment for the U.S. military and allied nations. Its portfolio supports ground, naval, and airborne operations and includes heavy machine guns, grenade launchers, warheads, precision components, lightweight vehicles, and aircraft Gatling guns across multiple defense platforms.
