Specializations

NIGP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Low-cost medical and vision benefits

Retirement benefits with cash balance

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Paid parental leave

Educational and Professional programs

Job summary

OUC is seeking an experienced Buyer (Procurement & Contracts Officer) to join the Financial & Support Services division. You will manage the full sourcing lifecycle, from developing solicitations to issuing purchase orders, while negotiating terms and ensuring compliance with procurement laws.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in public-sector purchasing, strong contract negotiation skills, and a proven ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Engineering (or related) is required.
• In lieu of a degree, equivalent combination of education or certifications (CPPB, CPSM, CPP) or experience may substitute on a 1:1 basis.
• Minimum three years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain or related field is required.
• Certifications CPPB, CPSM, CPP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full sourcing lifecycle from solicitations to purchase orders.
• Develop and issue solicitations; evaluate supplier responses.
• Negotiate pricing and terms; draft and administer contracts.
• Analyze offers, conduct market and supplier research; assess risk.
• Ensure compliance with procurement laws, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Procurement

Contract negotiation

Public-sector purchasing

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Engineering

CPPB

CPSM

CPP

Job description

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Buyer (Procurement & Contracts Officer) to join the Financial & Support Services division. At OUC, we don't just work - we're building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We are looking for an experienced, analytical procurement professional with a strong background in public-sector purchasing to join OUC's Procurement team. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience managing competitive solicitations from start to finish, along with strong contract negotiation, critical-thinking, and relationship-building skills. This role is best suited for someone who understands the structured and regulated nature of government procurement and is comfortable navigating procurement laws, policies, and procedures while partnering with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

In this role, you will manage moderately complex procurement activities throughout the full sourcing lifecycle, from developing and issuing solicitations and evaluating supplier responses to negotiating pricing and terms, drafting and administering contracts, and issuing purchase orders. You will analyze commercial offers, conduct market and supplier research, collaborate with business partners to define requirements and assess risk, and help identify cost-effective sourcing solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable procurement requirements. This is a hands-on role that combines strategic sourcing, contract development, negotiation, analysis, and supplier relationship management, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced public procurement professional ready to take ownership of meaningful, complex purchasing initiatives.

OUC's mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Engineering, or related area of study from an accredited college or university (required). In lieu of a degree, equivalent combination of education, industry standard certifications (CPPB, CPSM, CPP) or experience may be substitutable on a 1:1 basis.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience working in Purchasing, Supply Chain or directly related field (required).
• Industry standard certifications such as CPPB, CPSM, CPP (preferred).

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• Retirement benefits include a cash balance account with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Educational and Professional assistance programs; Paid Memberships in Professional Associations
• Access to workout facilities at each location
• Paid Conference and Training Opportunities