Job SummaryPurchases a high volume and variety of materials, supplies, and services. Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers, and negotiates price, delivery, quality, and service. Follows up on all awards until completion of the order. Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes. Conducts supplier site visits and rates suppliers based on production capability, performance, and delivery.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Manage subcontracts and provide direction and guidance for the Purchasing Department.
Assist buyers in determining priorities for materials and services in support of U.S. Government and commercial customers.
Create Requests for Proposals (RFPs) in support of programs and in response to customer requirements.
Represent the company in negotiations.
Place calls or releases against subcontracts and track performance against prime contracts.
Review the system for receipt of units. Once receipt is confirmed, place the order, enter the Purchase Order (PO), print a hard copy, and ensure acknowledgments are received.
Support Programs and Operations with prices, sources, and turnaround times as needed to further and increase the business base.
Perform all duties of a Buyer as needed to support the company.
Maintain all documentation supporting subcontracts and the current status of units being repaired by subcontractors.
Skills & Abilities
Understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation System (FAR) and differentiate between FAR requirements and the acquisition of commercial items. Understand electronic commerce.
Knowledge of expected standards of conduct, including procurement integrity, ethics, and improper business practices.
Ability to understand the requirements and methods used to qualify a supplier.
Ability to conduct and document market research.
Mastery of simplified acquisition procedures.
Ability to prepare a solicitation using the Uniform Contract Format.
Ability to use appropriate processes and techniques to analyze submitted cost and pricing data.
Knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them.
Education, Experience, License, or Certification
Bachelor's degree with two to four years of experience.
Associate's degree with four to six years of experience.
Training prerequisite within one year of assuming the position: ESD training.
Training prerequisite within one year of assuming the position: safety training, as dictated by the Safety Department.
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