Buyer II

Science-and-Engineering-Services,-LLC-; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Science and Engineering Services, LLC seeks a Buyer II in Huntsville to procure a wide range of commodities and services, including highly technical items requiring strict procurement standards and negotiations. The role emphasizes compliance with federal rules and effective vendor engagement.

Responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, planning bids, evaluating bids, and conducting market research; applying FAR/DFARS; collaborating with program management, manufacturing, accounting,

Qualifications

• 2-3 years minimum purchasing experience with knowledge of Federal procurement rules.
• Experience in buying equipment, supplies, parts, services and other commodities is a plus.
• Master's degree may substitute for years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviews requisitions, plans, prepares invitations for bids/requests for proposals and purchase orders, evaluates bids, and conducts market research.
• Utilizes the FAR and DFARS daily for compliance.
• Works with program management, planning, manufacturing operations accounting, quality, and engineering, shipping, and receiving.
• Assists and advises user agency staff and maintains contacts with vendors.
• Requires daily use of high-level communication—including written and verbal skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Market research

Written and verbal communication

Education

BS/BA in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contracts/Procurement, Finance/Accounting or equitable field required. Master’s degree a plus

Job description

Overview

Buyer II will be responsible for the procurement of a wide variety of commodities and/or services, some of which may be highly technical and require complex procurement standards and procedures such as cost/price analysis and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Reviews requisitions, plans, prepares invitations for bids/requests for proposals and purchase orders, evaluates bids, and conducts market research
• Utilizes the FAR and DFARS daily for compliance
• Works with various departments on a daily basis such as program management, planning, manufacturing operations accounting, quality, and engineering, shipping, and receiving
• Assists and advises user agency staff and maintains contacts with vendors
• Requires daily use of high-level communication—including written and verbal skills
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education:

• BS/BA in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contracts/Procurement, Finance/Accounting or equitable field required. *Master’s degree a plus

Experience:

• 2-3 years minimum purchasing experience with a working knowledge of the Federal procurement rules and regulations. Experience in buying equipment, supplies, parts, services and other unique commodities a plus.

Note: In lieu of years of 3 years’ experience, candidates with Master’s Degree in relevant field of study listed above may be considered or if degree is in non–related field at least 5 years of experience may be considered

• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance if/when required

Any combination of education/experience may be substituted for job requirements at the recommendation of the hiring manager and approval of the COO and CEO.