Job Opportunity for Buyer I

Job Summary: Compiles information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services.

Responsibilities:

• Purchases a moderate volume and variety of generally routine or low-mid dollar materials, supplies, and services to support program requirements in accordance with corporate policies and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). 
• Generate requisitions from Bill of Materials (BOM) for upper management approval.
• Maintains all Overhead orders and provides team status updates
• Analyzes supplier bids and documents requirements for best price, delivery, quality, performance and service.
• Awards/tracks Purchase Orders to expedite materials and follows-up with suppliers and maintains an up-to-date PO log
• Processes Return Material Authorizations for rejected materials.
• Participates in maintaining material status, progress, and schedule reports.
• Manage purchase order folders in an organized and auditable manner.
• Prepares and transmits Request for Quotations (RFQ) to qualified suppliers for competitive bids
• Works with program managers and/or contract managers to develop vendor specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials and equipment.
• Assist in quoting across several projects at a time.

Requirements:

• High school diploma/equivalent.
• Three years’ buying/purchasing experience.
• Two year’s government procurement experience.
• APICS Certification or Institute for Supply Management Certification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Deltek Cost Point Purchasing Program.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR.

Preferences:

• Industrial/shipyard buying experience.
• Working knowledge of CPSR requirements.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
• Works well in a fast paced environment and with a team