Buyer

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

The Buyer serves as an integral member of the Contracts, Subcontracts, Procurement & Property (CSPP) department. CSPP strives to provide both its internal and external customers with solution oriented leadership and guidance and is focused on achieving the strategic objectives of the organization while balancing risk and regulatory compliance.

Job Description

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manages heavy requisition workload to procure a variety of commodities and services.
• Conducts market research and develops requests for quotations and proposals.
• Develops new supply sources where vendors are inadequate.
• Obtains proposals/quotations, and prepares pre negotiation recommendations on price and terms and conditions.
• Examines bids including performing price and/or cost analysis and ensures conformity with the RFP/RFQ requirements and addresses any deviations.
• Collect and evaluate necessary documentation to conduct supplier risk assessment for new suppliers.
• Reviews terms and conditions, identify areas that deviate from company policy and document assessment of risk and potential mitigation strategies to be reviewed with CSPP management team.
• Negotiates purchase including price/cost and coordinates negotiation of terms and conditions and makes awards.
• Prepares and maintains purchasing file for electronic attachment to PO in ERP system.
• Ensure that vendors comply with schedule and financial requirements of purchase orders.
• Documents actions in Purchasing file to satisfy internal and U.S. Government audits and purchasing system review requirements.
• Reviews open requisitions/purchase orders to ensure orders are placed in timely manner.
• Closes out assigned purchase orders/requisition orders in a timely manner.
• Responds promptly, courteously and professionally to Supervisor/Manager, requisitioner and vendor requests/inquires.
• Provides procurement counsel and advice to requisitioners.
• Arranges and coordinates vendor visits and in house meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Skills/Abilities

• Able to handle multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to quickly understand processes and ensure adherence to the same.
• Able to perform duties in a timely and well organized manner with limited oversight.
• Possess excellent problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of contracting principles and government contracting requirements
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as PeopleSoft.
  
  

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or relevant field of study required.

Experience

0-2 years of experience in procurement or other relevant experience.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$82,300.00 - $205,750.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.