Are you ready to take the next step in your career journey? We are looking for a dynamic Senior Purchasing Specialist/Buyer to join our innovative team! This role offers the flexibility of remote work, with a preference for those located near Alexandria, VA; Huntsville, AL; or Dayton, OH.
Why Join Us?
At Our Company, We're More Than Just a Team; We're a Family. We're On a Mission To Tackle Some Of The Most Exciting Challenges In Our Industry, And We Need Passionate Individuals Like You To Help Us Make a Difference. Here's Why You'll Love Being a Part Of Our Team
Exciting Work: Get ready to dive into stimulating projects that play a crucial role in shaping the future of our company and industry.
Employee-Centric Culture: Your well-being is our top priority. We believe in putting our employees first and offer some of the best benefits in the industry.
Ownership Mentality: As an employee-owned company, we all have a stake in each other's success. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to stay informed and engaged with company-wide town-hall meetings.
Growth Opportunities: We've been growing steadily since our inception, and we want you to grow with us. Take advantage of our commitment to your professional development and advancement.
Your Responsibilities
As a Senior Purchasing Specialist/Buyer, you'll play a key role in our procurement and supplier management processes. Here's what you'll be doing:
Collaborate with project management to prepare Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and ensure accuracy and completeness.
Process purchasing transactions and award purchase orders within specified guidelines.
Use your negotiation skills to conduct price analyses, negotiate terms, and identify supplier risks.
Communicate effectively with suppliers to ensure requirements are met and manage supplier performance.
Work closely with our program office to address sourcing challenges and find innovative solutions.
Monitor procurement reports and drive performance to meet company metrics.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking candidates with the following qualifications:
Experience in issuing purchase orders, preferably for medium to high complexity and dollar values.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to lead formal negotiations.
Proficiency in price and cost analysis, source selection, and supplier quotation analysis.
Knowledge of procurement procedures, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 44.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated Leadership Abilities And Problem-solving Skills.
Strong time management abilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Education And Experience
Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and at least 5 years of experience.
Join Our Team
If you're ready to take on a new challenge and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become a part of our dynamic team and embark on an exciting journey with us.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Human Resources Services
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