Buyer

ASRC Federal; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

ASRC Federal Facility Logistics in Warner Robins, GA seeks a Buyer to support our Air Force IPV customer. You will use Scoptima/Etendo for orders, receipts, and shipments, and issue RFQs while tracking performance with vendors.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 2–4 years in supply chain purchasing, knowledge of FAR and NSN-NOW, and strong communication skills. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of experience; education may be used in lieu of experience.
• Experience in supply chain purchasing and sourcing.
• Experience procuring, sourcing, and negotiating materials needed for operation.
• Experience using automated purchasing and maintenance management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with vendors and customers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and prioritize daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Scoptima/Etendo in the order, receipt, and shipment of material; track shipments.
• Analyze PRs for proper authorization, specs, shipping and delivery; issue RFQs.
• Award and administer POs per approved requisitions, FAR, and contracts.
• Track status of purchases; respond to information requests promptly.
• Contact vendors to follow up on POs and overdue deliveries.
• Ensure prices are fair; perform cost analysis and seek cost reductions.
• Maintain communications with customers to meet lead times; document purchases per requirements.
• Maintain complaint PO files and keep records in order.
• Perform administrative duties and maintain files.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Scoptima/Etendo

NSN-NOW

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

ASRC Federal Facility Logistics is seeking a Buyer to support our Air Force IPV customer at Warner Robins, GA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Utilize Company automated maintenance and procurement systems (Scoptima/Etendo) in the order, receipt, and shipment of material. Utilize vendor internet interfaces to track incoming shipments.
• Analyze Purchase Requisitions (PR) for appropriate authorization level, specifications, shipping, and delivery requirements. Proactively resolves customer issues by going beyond the request to understand the need. Issue Requests for Quotation (RFQ).
• Award and administer Purchase Orders (PO) used to purchase material on authority of approved requisitions and in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contract requirements.
• Track the status of commercial purchases. Respond expeditiously to requests for information regarding the status of these purchases.
• Contact vendors to follow up on POs and the status of overdue deliveries.
• Determine that prices paid are fair and reasonable and perform cost analysis. Source continuously for improved and/or less costly materials.
• Maintain effective communications with customers and take proactive measures to meet lead-time required for obtaining materials.
• Document all purchases in accordance with applicable contractor and Government requirements. Maintain complaint PO files at all times.
• Perform administrative duties; Maintain records and files related to job responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of experience/ Education may be used in lieu of experience. Experience may be used in lieu of education.
• Knowledge of supply chain along with purchasing experience
• Experience procuring, sourcing, and negotiating the buying of parts and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization.
• Experience using automated purchasing and maintenance management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact tactfully and resourcefully with co-workers, vendors, and internal and external customer representatives.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and prioritize daily work assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal procurement experience and knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and compliance
• Knowledge of local and beyond supply sources
• Experience using NSN-NOW and understanding technical requirements for military grade parts.
• Ability to review paperwork for completeness, appropriateness, and conformity to established policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to proactively assist customers with their immediate and long-term needs; must work independently and apply critical thinking.
• Ability to be flexible while still maintaining high standards of professionalism to perform under deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a volatile and diverse environment.
• Skill in comparing data from a variety of sources for completion of all details. Ability to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies and make corrections.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.