# Buyer, Federal Technical Procurement/FAR & DFAR

**Company**: Anduril
**Location**: Costa Mesa, California, United States
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: entry
**Job type**: full-time
**Salary**: $98,000-$130,000 USD
**Category**: Operations
**Industry**: Technology

**Apply**: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/andurilindustries/jobs/4802288007
**Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_f2309682-616

## Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Buyer to join our Federal Procurement team. In this early-career role, you will support procurement activities for key programs, manage supplier relationships, and ensure on-time delivery of critical materials and services.

This position is ideal for someone hungry to grow, eager to learn, and ready to thrive in a high-growth, mission-driven company. Join us if you're looking for:

Opportunity for Growth: Be part of a scaling organisation with endless opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Gain hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain operations.

Fast-Paced Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology with a dynamic, innovative team.

Impactful Work: Support critical programs that make a difference in national security.

In this role, you will:

Purchase Order Management: Create, issue, and manage purchase orders to meet production and program needs.

Supplier Coordination: Maintain relationships with suppliers, monitor performance, and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and pricing.

Problem Solving: Quickly resolve supply chain disruptions, delivery delays, and quality issues to keep projects on track.

Order Tracking: Monitor and expedite orders to meet deadlines and production schedules.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to align procurement with company goals.

Data & Process Management: Maintain accurate records, track procurement KPIs, and identify opportunities to streamline processes.

Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to company policies, ITAR, FAR/DFAR regulations, and maintain accurate procurement records.

Required qualifications include:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field

2+ years of supply chain experience, including technical procurement

Experience with aerospace/defense industry standards, ITAR compliance, and FAR/DFAR regulations

Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints

Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA

Preferred qualifications include:

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Excellent communication and negotiation abilities

Proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus

Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills

The salary range for this role is $98,000-$130,000 USD.

## Skills

### Required
- Supply Chain
- Procurement
- Technical Procurement
- Aerospace/Defense Industry Standards
- ITAR Compliance
- FAR/DFAR Regulations

### Nice to have
- Excel
- ERP Systems
- SAP
- Oracle