Corporate Buyer

Radial Solutions Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Corporate Buyer to lead procurement activities and manage supplier relationships. The role requires at least 5 years of purchasing experience, strong knowledge of government regulations, and leadership skills. Responsibilities include executing procurement activities, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with teams across projects. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and proficiency in procurement systems are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing experience in a compliant purchasing system.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with ability to guide buyers.
• Strong knowledge of government procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities including supplier sourcing and negotiations.
• Manage supplier performance and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support multiple projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Unanet

Costpoint

Job description

Overview

RSi is looking to fill a Corporate Buyer position to support our corporate office. This role leads and executes end-to-end procurement activities, acquiring materials and services through compliant purchasing processes while ensuring adherence to contract, regulatory, and CPSR requirements. The Corporate Buyer provides guidance to buyers on the contract, helps manage audits and documentation, negotiates contracts and pricing, and collaborates across internal teams and suppliers to support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership and guidance on procurement policies, practices, and continuous improvement initiatives, including mentoring buyers and leading projects or teams as needed.
• Execute and manage end-to-end procurement activities (cradle to grave), including market research, supplier sourcing, issuing RFQs/RFPs, evaluating proposals, negotiating terms, and awarding and administering purchase orders and agreements.
• Develop and maintain a qualified supplier network, monitor supplier performance, and resolve issues to ensure quality, delivery, and compliance.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and contract obligations, including FAR flow-down provisions and CPSR standards.
• Prepare, maintain, and control accurate purchasing documentation and data, including safeguarding proprietary information and supporting invoice validation.
• Support internal and external audits (including CPSR) through proper file management, documentation, and review processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support multiple, concurrent projects in a dynamic environment.
• Develop and report procurement metrics to support performance tracking and decision-making.

Required Minimum Education/Experience/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience (5+ years may be substituted for a degree).
• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing experience, including work as a Buyer in a DCMA-compliant purchasing system environment, with experience handling complex, high-value procurements.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including team leadership and the ability to guide buyers to meet contractual and schedule requirements.
• Strong knowledge of government procurement regulations, including FAR, DFARS, NASA NFS, and DCMA CPSR requirements, with experience supporting internal and external audits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn and use financial and procurement systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and work effectively with minimal supervision.

Preferred Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/IT Skills/Certifications

• Experience using visual, Unanet, Costpoint, and safeguarding company banking information

Physical Environment

Indoors, ability to lift up to 10 pounds, and sit for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Radial Solutions Inc., (RSi) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) located in Huntsville, AL. RSi is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer as defined by the EEOC.

RSi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other federal, state, or locally protected class.