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Buyer 2 – THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION; US citizenship is required.

Purpose and Scope:

The Buyer is responsible for CONUS and OCONUS purchasing activities, supporting the Critical Missions business unit. Identifies sources for materials and equipment, evaluates the capabilities and performance of suppliers, and selects qualified suppliers based upon their ability to provide competitive pricing, acceptable terms, appropriate material quality, and timely supply of goods. Performs purchasing functions in conformance with the requirements of the prime contract with the client. Awards, issues, and documents all agreements with suppliers. Monitors supplier performance, issues change orders, and manages supplier relations. Works closely with accounts payable to reconcile frustrated invoices to ensure suppliers are paid.

Essential Responsibilities:

(Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract.)

• Establishes source of supply, negotiates price, delivery date, and other necessary commitments based upon authorized requisition and complies with company policies and federal regulations.

• Provides guidance and information to requester that includes communication of procurement actions or status and assist with special or complex requirements.

• Adheres to Procurement procedures to assure follow-up and administration of purchase order and subcontract files. Coordinates requisition requirements with requester.

• Contacts suppliers, secures bids, and executes purchase orders in accordance with DI procedures

• Reviews purchase requisitions and executes purchase orders with approved suppliers.

• Negotiate price, delivery, and terms with approved prospective suppliers.

• Maintains procurement records in accordance with procedures.

• Supports the goals and objectives of the company as a part of a work group or team member as assigned.

• Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, and losses, return of materials, over-shipments, and cancellations.

• Provides pricing in support of Business Development or proposal efforts as required.

• May require site visits in support of establishment of new or existing suppliers.

• Interfaces with Procurement leadership. to provide status, input, and communicates with other departments.

• Responsible for compliance of procurement procedures in maintaining an approved Purchasing system.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from four-year college university.

• Two (2) years of relevant experience above that which is required for the role may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college degree.

• Three years related purchasing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.

• Government contracting experience is preferred.

• Must have computer skills, database knowledge.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers.

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions proportions, percentages.

• Must be able to obtain/maintain any company/government required qualification, certification, licensing, or clearance.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Remote work with the possibility of travel, both CONUS and OCONUS. Constant use of computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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