Buyer

As a Buyer at Saronic Technologies, your main responsibilities will include supplier management, sourcing, negotiation, cost analysis, inventory management, risk assessment, compliance with regulations, collaboration with teams, and continuous improvement. Each of these elements plays a vital role in ensuring that the production of our autonomous surface vessels meets quality and delivery standards.

To qualify for the Buyer position at Saronic Technologies, candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. Experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably in the defense or maritime industry, is essential. Strong negotiation skills and familiarity with government procurement regulations will enhance your profile.

At Saronic Technologies, we value professional growth and offer numerous opportunities for development. As a Buyer, you’ll engage in continuous learning through training in procurement software, government procurement regulations, and industry best practices. We encourage our team members to take ownership of their career pathways and contribute to cutting-edge solutions in defense technology.

The work environment at Saronic Technologies is collaborative and innovative, emphasizing teamwork and communication. As a Buyer, you'll work with cross-functional teams in a dynamic setting, and we foster a culture where every idea is valued. Our office also provides additional perks like free lunches and unlimited snacks to keep the energy high while you focus on procurement tasks.

Benefits for a Buyer at Saronic Technologies include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, retirement plans including a 401(k), stock options, and additional perks such as a free lunch benefit. We aim to provide a supportive environment that caters to our employees' health and well-being.

In answering this question, highlight specific examples that showcase how you've built and maintained strong relationships with suppliers. Include details about how you monitored their performance and addressed any issues that arose, demonstrating your proactive approach to supplier management.

Discuss your negotiation techniques, perhaps mentioning any successful outcomes you've achieved. It's important to explain how you prepare for negotiations, establish your objectives, and adapt to the supplier's responses while ensuring a win-win situation.

Describe your approach to conducting cost analysis, including the methods you utilize to benchmark prices and identify cost-saving opportunities. Discuss any tools or software you use to analyze costs and improve supply chain efficiency.

Provide an overview of how you identify potential risks in the supply chain and the strategies you implement to address them. Highlight examples from past experiences where you effectively mitigated risks to ensure continuity of supply.

In your response, list any relevant government procurement regulations you've worked with, such as FAR or DFAR. Explain how your understanding of these regulations has guided your decision-making in procurement processes.

Share your methods for monitoring supplier performance and inventory levels to ensure timely delivery of materials. Highlight any software tools or collaboration techniques you use to coordinate with suppliers and other departments effectively.

Mention any specific procurement software or tools that you have utilized in previous roles. Discuss how these tools have helped streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency in your work.

Detail your process for sourcing new suppliers, including how you evaluate them based on quality, cost, and reliability. Discuss any strategies you might have for continuously expanding your supplier network.

Provide a detailed example of a successful negotiation, including the initial challenge, your preparation, the negotiation process, and the outcome. Emphasize the skills you employed and what you learned from the experience.

Discuss your collaborative approach when working with cross-functional teams, such as engineering and logistics. Provide examples of how communication and teamwork have contributed to achieving procurement goals.