Sr. Buyer/Buyer

J.A. White & Associates, Inc.; Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a TEMP SR. BUYER/BUYER for a remote opportunity. This role involves managing the entire procurement cycle, from preparing solicitation packages to negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with specifications. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong negotiation skills, and have experience with various subcontract types and procurement tools. This position offers a chance to contribute significantly to procurement processes while working independently and efficiently within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in full life cycle procurement.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead cradle-to-grave purchasing activities.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Procurement Management

Vendor Negotiation

Price Analysis

Project Management

Detail Orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Certification in Procurement Management

Tools

CostPoint

Job description

Job Description

TEMP SR. BUYER/BUYER – REMOTE OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities: The Buyer/Sr. Buyer is responsible for activities spanning the entire procurement cycle, leading full life cycle (“cradle-to-grave”) purchasing activities. This includes, but is not limited to:

1. Preparation of solicitation packages for vendors related to Prime Proposal and existing programs.
2. Evaluation of vendor proposals, conducting price analysis, resolving issues, negotiating, and finalizing PO documents and modifications.
3. Reviewing all FAR/DFARS/Agency/contract provisions, statements of work, terms and conditions.
4. Coordinating and reviewing required vendor forms and certifications.
5. Completing and maintaining the entire procurement file.
6. Ensuring compliance with contract specifications and deliverables throughout the contract lifecycle.
7. Meeting CPSR requirements.

The ideal candidate must be able to work independently, establish priorities, meet deadlines with minimal supervision, be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with different subcontract types such as FFP, T&M, Cost Plus, and hybrids is highly desired.

Experience working in a CPSR environment and with CostPoint is required.