Buyer - Full time - Supply Chain Purchasing

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth,we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

The Surety Programs Group (SPG) supports government and private sector management of complex safety, security, and reliability programs for high consequence operations. SPG delivers industry-leading, innovative, and value-added services such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention to help our clients understand and mitigate mission risks spanning physical, cyber, and human domains.

SPG has an immediate need for a Supply Chain & Operations Manager to support inventory management, procurement, and operational coordination for the Innovation Department across company facilities in Greensburg, Pennsylvania; This is a full time position based in Greensburg, PA.

Inventory Management

Manage inventory supporting the Innovation Department at the Greensburg facility.

Monitor commonly used parts, materials, tools, and supplies.

Coordinate replenishment based on current and upcoming project needs.

Maintain accurate inventory and purchasing information in the company’s operations platform.

Help ensure engineering and development teams have the resources necessary to complete their work.

Procurement and Vendor Management

Work with the procurement office to purchase equipment related to aircraft builds, engineering projects, and prototype development.

Track open orders and communicate delivery status to project teams.

Help resolve purchasing, availability, and delivery issues.

Multi-Site Coordination

Coordinate purchasing and material requirements with teams in Greensburg, Bowie, and Yuma.

Assist with inventory transfers between facilities when needed.

Maintain visibility into upcoming purchasing needs across locations.

Help identify potential shortages or delays before they affect production or testing.

Travel occasionally to Bowie and Yuma to support operational alignment and growth.

Operational Planning

Work with leadership and project teams to understand upcoming production and project requirements.

Help coordinate purchasing priorities with expected build schedules.

Identify opportunities to improve procurement, inventory, and material-handling processes.

Prototype assembly and fabrication

Aircraft and mechanical assembly

Waterjet operation

Equipment preparation

Other technical projects supporting the Innovation Department

Testing Support

Preparing and organizing aircraft, tools, and equipment

Assisting with equipment loading and transportation

Supporting field setup and teardown

Helping maintain accountability of equipment during testing

Providing general assistance to engineering and flight-test personnel

3 years of experience in inventory management, supply chain operations, or a related field

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory systems

Mechanical aptitude and comfort working around technical equipment

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) or similar certifications.

Willingness to provide occasional hands-on shop and field support

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