[Hiring] Buyer or Senior Buyer or Principal Buyer @Savannah River Mission Completion

Role Description

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC) is seeking a Buyer or Senior Buyer or Principal Buyer (*May be eligible for telework) to be based in our Aiken, SC location on the Savannah River Site (SRS). The Buyer or Senior Buyer or Principal Buyer is responsible for finding and negotiating terms and conditions for acquiring goods and services from an external source often via a competitive bidding process. Ensures the customer receives goods or services at the best possible price, when aspects such as quality, quantity, time, and location are compared. Follows procurement processes intended to promote fair and open competition while minimizing risk, such as exposure to fraud and collusion.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities at the Buyer level:
  • Assists customers in developing routine to moderately complex scopes of work.
  • Develops pre-procurement planning tasks for routine to moderately complex purchases.
  • Develops and maintains reliable and cost competitive sources of supply.
  • Reviews and approves sole source justifications, emergency requisitions, and other procurement specific documents.
  • Prepares, reviews, and issues procurement Request for Proposals (RFPs) or Request for Quotes (RFQ).
  • Directs RFP evaluation teams, performs cost and price analysis, negotiates and awards routine to moderately complex Fixed Price and Cost-type Procurements.
  • Prepares, negotiates, and awards purchase orders and subcontracts.
  • Administers subcontracts and purchase orders by addressing post award concerns.
  • Resolves recurring supplier problems involving payments, quality, and/or delivery.
  • Reviews procurement forms used to document transactions.
  • Works with other groups such as Subcontract Technical Representatives (STRs) and management.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Responsibilities at the Senior Buyer level:
  • Solicits, negotiates, awards, and administers subcontracts for moderately complex to complex services.
  • Develops detailed procurement plans.
  • Leads RFP evaluation teams, performs cost and price analysis.
  • Administers subcontracts by addressing post award concerns.
  • Facilitates and implements corrective actions for supplier quality and delivery problems.
  • Utilizes strategies and negotiations consistent with company requirements.
  • Understands and applies fundamental concepts in a professional discipline.
  • Identifies new and better ways of doing things.
  • Coordinates work with others to maximize efficiency.
  • Participates in developing team's mission, goals, and plans.
  • Provides leadership and serves as a resource to less experienced personnel.
  • Performs reporting, including statistical and weekly performance.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Responsibilities at the Principal Buyer level:
  • Solicits, negotiates, places, and administers subcontracts for high value goods and services.
  • Ensures appropriate fiscal responsibility is maintained.
  • Effects procurement plans including pre-planning and RFP.
  • Conducts pre-proposal meetings.
  • Leads the Best Value Source Selection process.
  • Provides policy and procedure guidance to project teams.
  • Reviews and approves lesser experienced procurement personnel work products.
  • Develops procurement strategies and plans.
  • Resolves conflicts between functional organization procedures and DOE requirements.
  • Prepares written responses to DOE comment letters.
  • Interfaces with general counsel’s office on legal issues.
  • Explains price/cost analysis techniques to buying personnel.
  • Clarifies supplier-submitted data and advises suppliers regarding DOE policy.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and relevant professional procurement, contracts, or closely related experience.
• Candidate(s) selected to receive an offer will be offered the position level commensurate with their experience and qualifications.
• This position may be eligible for up to 100% full time telework in accordance with the SRMC Telework Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or MS degree desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) certificate.
• Membership with Institute for Supply Management (ISM).
• Membership with National Contract Management Association (NCMA).
• Advanced analytical skills, communication skills, and knowledge of procurement cycle.
• Extensive understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR).
• Thorough knowledge of industry codes and standards, Davis Bacon Act, and general construction operations.
• Previous work experience as a Contract Administrator, Contract Manager or relevant role.
• Familiarity with accounting procedures.
• Keen attention to detail, with an ability to spot errors.
• Ability to work with varying levels within and outside the organization.
• Experience performing major work accountabilities independently and consistently.
• Knowledge of the company procurement system.
• Ability to determine best approach to assigned work.
• Thorough understanding of computer technology for procurement analytical techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of inventory systems, turnover, and replenishment requirements.

Benefits

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan – 5% immediate company contribution, additional matching for employee contributions.
• Health Insurance & Prescription Drug Program.
• Health Savings Account.
• Telehealth with BlueCare on Demand.
• Dental Coverage.
• Vision Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 160 hours annual paid time off (accrued monthly), plus 11 paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Life and Accident Coverage.
• Disability Coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Minimum Pay

USD $62,300.00/Yr.

Maximum Pay

USD $170,000.00/Yr.

Pay Disclaimer

Exceptions to this range/rate may be applied on a case-by-case basis taking into account aspects such as education, experience, and skill need of the organization.

EEO Statement

Savannah River Mission Completion is committed to equal employment opportunity to employees and qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status as a parent, sexual orientation, or genetics.