Hiring: Buyer I (local only) Company: Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Location: Huntsville, AL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:27:03 About the job Experience: •Typically requires a minimum of 4 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 2 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent experience in lieu of degree. Required Skills: •The Buyer I will oversee the Procurement functions at Kratos SRE, Inc., Huntsville, AL. A purchasing professional with a high level of diversified knowledge and experience in procurement, and compliance •Review and analyze purchase requisitions. •Develop RFQ’s utilizing specifications, statements of work or other requirements documents as appropriate. •Prepare bid packages, analyze and evaluate proposals and quotes, negotiate purchase order price and terms. •Lead and oversee procurement business system data input and integrity •Administer purchase orders to ensure supplier on-time delivery and compliance with order terms. •Manage purchase order performance and ensure compliance with all applicable public laws and corporate policies. •Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce cost and improve efficiency while managing risk. Qualifications: •Prior experience with CPSR preparation and audits. •A demonstrated track record of achieving substantial cost-savings. •Demonstrated capacity to maintain sensitive and confidential information as mandated by company and government requirements. •Demonstrated capacity to communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies. •Willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including for example, training, reviewing and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment and changes, and more. •Demonstrated capacity to stand and sit for long periods of time. •Demonstrated capacity to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones). •Demonstrated capacity to lift up to 10 pounds. Compensation: •Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!