BENEFITS: Medical insurance, 401K, sick leave, and employee assistance program. Depending on your package selection, Averro offers PTO, paid holidays, dental/vision, pet, and legal insurance.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Senior Buyer for a premier defense manufacturing company. This company is opening a new production location; therefore, this role is an integral part in getting procurement processes off the ground and running. This would be a great opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing looking to further their career in the DOD space.
Participate in the development of program supply chain plans with planners and program staff.
Process requisitions in compliance with defined cycle times in support of defined program supply chain plans and business requirements.
Negotiate pricing and delivery to reduce costs and meet delivery requirements.
Issues Purchase Orders.
Prepares and conducts competitive solicitations for assigned suppliers and/or products; evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers.
Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding return of materials, over shipments, rejections, losses, damages and engineering changes within assigned scope of responsibility and level of authorization.
Comply with all applicable governmental regulations and laws.
Prepare and document cost/price analysis, as required within assigned work.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
6-8+ years of procurement, material, or supply chain management experience.
Prior DOD procurement experience preferred.
Working knowledge of legal aspects of purchasing/procurement as required by federal, state and local levels of public laws and regulations, UCC, DFARS.
Demonstrated working knowledge of purchase order documentation (single/sole source, source selection, price/cost analysis contract flow down, cost accounting standards, certifications etc.) and its significance within the procurement process.
Demonstrated skills in negotiations of major procurements/prime contracts.
Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all levels of an organization.
Excellent problem-solving, planning, organizational, oral and written communication skills. Must be able to identify and resolve issues/problems in a timely manner and develop alternative solutions.
Excellent computer skills. Must be proficient with MS Office, including the use of MRP systems and electronic purchasing modules.
Experience in a start-up environment desired.
WHY AVERRO?
Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos: Be Curious | Build Trust | Empower Each Other. These values show in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and unmatched consultant care. Our Aim - Your Ascent.
Averro is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal obligations. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.