Buyer

Buyer, Req. 2161

Buyer II will be responsible for the procurement of a wide variety of commodities and / or services, some of which may be highly technical and require complex procurement standards and procedures such as cost / price analysis and negotiation.

Essential Functions :

• Reviews requisitions, plans, prepares invitations for bids / requests for proposals and purchase orders, evaluates bids, and conducts market research.
• Utilizes the FAR and DFARS daily for compliance.
• Works with various departments on a daily basis such as program management, planning, manufacturing operations accounting, quality, and engineering, shipping, and receiving.
• Assists and advises user agency staff and maintains contacts with vendors.
• Requires daily use of high-level communication- including written and verbal skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education / Experience :

BS / BA in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contracts / Procurement, Finance / Accounting or equitable field required.