Buyer II

Job Summary:



* Purchases a high volume and variety of materials, supplies and services.


* Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers and negotiations price, delivery, quality and service.


* Follows up on all awards until completion of 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 them as to production capability, performance and delivery.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

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To Manage Subcontracts and provide direction/guidance for the Purchasing Department.
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Assist Buyers in determining priorities for materials and services in support of US Government and Commercial customers.
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To create Requests for Proposals (RFP) in support of Programs in response to customer requirements.
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Represents the Company in negotiations
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Places calls or Releases against Subcontracts and tracks performance against Prime Contracts.
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Reviews System for receipt of units.

Once found places the order, enters the Purchase Order (PO), prints a hardcopy, and ensures the Acknowledgements.
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Supports Programs and Operations with Prices, Sources, and turn around time as needed to further and increase the business base.
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Performs all the duties of a Buyer as needed to support the Company.
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Maintains all documentation to support Subcontracts and current status on units being repaired at Subcontracts.

Education, Experience & License or Certification



* Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of experience


* Or, Associate's degree with 4+ years of experience

Skills and Abilities

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To understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation System (FARS) and have the ability to differentiate between FARS and the acquisition of commercial items.

Also, an understanding of the electronic commerce.
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Knowledge of the Standards of Conduct expected - Procurement integrity, Ethics, and Improper Business Practices.
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The ability to understand the needs and methods to qualify a Supplier.
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The ability to conduct and document market research.
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The mastery of simplified acquisition procedures.
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The ability to put together a solicitation using the Uniform Contract Format.
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The ability to use the processes and techniques to analysis cost and pricing data submitted.
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To possess the knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them.

#LI-HA1 Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:



* Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off


* Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future


* Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts


* Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available


* Flexible Vacation & PTO


* Paid Parental Leave


* Generous Employee Referral Program


* Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Ter...