Sr Buyer Corporate

Alutiiq, LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Alutiiq, LLC is seeking a Senior Corporate Buyer to oversee strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for corporate functions. The role involves advising stakeholders, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely, cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with three days per week at the Anchorage corporate office. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years in procurement, with strong negotiation, analytics, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required or preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive procurement/sourcing experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Experience in corporate/indirect procurement is preferred.
• Strong negotiation, contract, and supplier-management capabilities.
• Proficiency with ERP/purchasing systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement for corporate and indirect spend.
• Oversee full procurement lifecycle from requisition to contract and PO.
• Develop sourcing strategies balancing cost, quality, and risk.
• Conduct RFPs/RFQs/RFIs and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive savings and compliance.
• Coordinate with Legal/Finance/IT Security on contracts and audits.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Procurement strategy

Sourcing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Deltek CostPoint

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Office 365

Job description

Alutiiq and its subsidiaries firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. We strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities.

Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We’re looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of invention and enjoy working as a team to create exceptional results for our customers.

AK Anchorage HQ Corporate - Anchorage, AK 99503 US (Primary)

Category

Legal

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$65,000 to $80,000 Annually

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

None

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC a subsidiary of Afognak Native Corporation has an opportunity for a Senior Buyer - Corporate. The Senior Corporate Buyer is responsible for the strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier management of goods and services supporting the company's corporate functions and commercial operations.

This role serves as a trusted procurement advisor to stakeholders, leading sourcing activities, managing supplier relationships, negotiating commercial agreements, and ensuring timely, cost-effective procurement of products and services. The Senior Corporate Buyer will help drive value through spend management, process improvement, risk mitigation, and supplier performance management while maintaining compliance with company policies and procurement best practices.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule, working three days per week from our corporate office in Anchorage, Alaska.

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for corporate and indirect spend categories and direct commercial operations.
• Manage the complete procurement lifecycle from requisition through contract execution and purchase order issuance
• Develop sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, service, risk, and supplier performance.
• Conduct competitive bidding activities, including Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Evaluate supplier proposals and prepare recommendations for award.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier partnerships that support business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance against established expectations and service requirements.
• Resolve supplier performance, delivery, quality, and invoicing issues
• Support executive-level purchasing requirements with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Act as the primary procurement contact for assigned corporate functions and collaborate with departmental leaders to understand business requirements and procurement needs.
• Coordinate with Legal, Finance, IT Security, and other stakeholders to facilitate contract reviews and approvals.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, delegated authority requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Maintain complete procurement documentation and purchasing records.
• Support internal and external audit activities as required.
• Track sourcing projects and report realized savings and business benefits.
• Recommend process improvements that increase efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

Pay Range:$65,000 to $80,000 Annually

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive procurement, sourcing, or purchasing experience preferred.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Demonstrated experience supporting corporate or indirect procurement categories.
• Strong experience negotiating commercial agreements and supplier contracts.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, strategic sourcing methodologies, and supplier management practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with ERP, purchasing, and procurement systems. Deltek CostPoint preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Office 365 skills.
• Experience sourcing: IT software and SaaS solutions, Professional services and consulting, Employee benefits and HR-related services, Facilities and corporate services.

Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak's direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, "Protected Status").

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page.