BUYER I

BUYER I

Contracts & Procurement

Eglin AFB

Open Position Request Number R-K-26

CLASSIFICATION: Buyer I

GRADE: Exempt; Regular Full-time

LOCATION: Bldg. 955 Business Office, Eglin AFB, FL

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This role is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of a wide variety of parts, materials, and specialized services essential for company operations, ensuring strict adherence to all applicable laws and regulations. Manage the acquisition life-cycle, and ensure that all actions are fair, transparent, and represent the best value to the government. Maintain contract files in compliance with FAR requirements. Perform post-award contract administration duties, including monitor contractor performance, process modifications, approve payments and execute contract closeout procedures.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Accurately outline terms, conditions, delivery schedules and pricing in purchase orders.
• Research and source new vendors, where required, to ensure contractual requirements are met.
• Perform contract administration and modifications, where necessary, and assess changes and risks to determine the best overall resolution by collaborating with suppliers and technical personnel.
• Analyze data to determine the lowest possible cost, factoring quality and reliability and negotiate favorable contracts with the knowledge gleaned.
• Work with purchasing assistants to expedite open purchase orders and communicate status' to field personnel as well as internal company departments.
• Initiate change orders when required.
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to ensure purchase order pricing and terms are met.
• Collaborate with Logistics personnel to ensure materials are delivery accurately and without discrepancies.
• Accomplish assigned training, when required.
• Support the development and continual improvement of purchasing policies and procedures consistent with the contract, FAR and internal company policies.

OTHER DUTIES: Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as necessary to support contract/mission support requirements in job-related areas.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field is preferred.
• A minimum of two-four years in federal government contracting or procurement.
• Demonstrated experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and (DFARS).
• Demonstrated supplier management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Costpoint experience is desirable.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills are required (verbal and written).
• Must be able to use independent judgment to make decisions.
• Must be a self-starter that can multi-task.
• Requires a high level of professionalism and work ethics.
• CAC holder would be beneficial.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a National Agency Check with Investigation (NACI). Supports E-OMS operational objectives. All selected candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation and drug test as a condition of placement into this position. Observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security, and administrative policies; supports Process Improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work activities are normally performed in an environmentally controlled area in an office setting on Eglin AFB, FL.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position will be subject to substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must be able to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; and requires very little lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials and require very little lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials. May require sitting for long periods.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is proud to be an Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws or protected class.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Any person with a disability needing special accommodation for the application process please contact Human Resources.

Applicants must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase. Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance.