Buyer
SRC, Inc. is currently seeking a procurement professional who, reporting to and under the direction of the Mgr, Direct Procurement, will be responsible for all aspects of and the overall procurement performance for SRC, Inc. Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and custom design commodity material and service requirements.
What You'll Do
- Execute, fulfill and support SRC, Inc. material and service requirements for both Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and custom design commodity material
- In accordance with SRC, Inc.’s procurement procedures and best business practices, develop and administer the purchase order contract, ensuring where applicable, full compliance with all terms and conditions, FAR/DFARS, export and federal laws and regulations
- Issue supplier solicitations in accordance with the source selection plan, established in conjunction with programs, engineering and quality, as applicable
- Evaluate offers for solicitation compliance and award suppliers in accordance with the source selection plan and supplier performance status
- Document and retain the purchase order contract, obtaining all required procurement compliance reviews and approvals
- Manage the entire lifecycle of the purchase order contract, through the execution of modifications and administrative actions, as required
- Responsible for execution of micro purchase, simplified acquisition and purchase order contracts in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold (>250K)
- Provide non-assigned commodity and/or Indirect purchasing support as directed, to balance Procurement workload and support the needs of the business
- Execute developed commodity strategies, linked to the overall supply chain strategy, including, but not limited to execution of; blanket purchase orders, purchase orders issued against Long Term Agreements (LTA’s), etc.
- Conduct contract negotiations with suppliers to obtain the most competitive pricing and delivery schedules, to support the budgetary and delivery needs of the program and customer/end user
- Implement proactive risk mitigation actions and provide support as needed, in the event risk is identified at any point in the procurement lifecycle
- Interface with and work collaboratively with suppliers and internal customers in other functional departments and divisions, maintaining a positive business relationship at all times
- Participate in and attend internal meetings with other functional departments and divisions, as required
- Participate in and attend supplier meetings and conduct onsite or virtual supplier visits, as required
- Recommend process and system changes to improve efficiencies, where deficiencies are identified
- Provide pricing information in support of Cost Estimating proposals for SRC, Inc. customers
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree and/or 2+ years of procurement experience in a government or commercial environment
- High standard of ethics and quality of work
- Highly driven, self-motivated and results oriented individual, with a strong sense of initiative
- Thorough individual, with a strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High business acumen, with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet time sensitive deadlines with minimal supervision
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to make decisions and delegate
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced, lean environment and work effectively with other functional departments and divisions
- Experience using Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
What Sets Us Apart?
SRC is a not-for-profit research and development company that combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible®. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees having served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.
SRC is a not-for-profit research and development company that combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible®. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees having served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.
Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated salary range for this position based out of Syracuse, NY is estimated at $65,000 - $85,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website.
Equal Opportunity
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. You are being given the opportunity to provide the following information in order to help us comply with federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements.
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