POSITION SUMMARY

 

Serve as Sr. Buyer of the Procurement Department and execute the full-cycle procurement process IAW with all policies and procedures. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Execute various procurement actions including but not limited to CPSR-compliant purchase orders, blanket purchase agreements, task orders, and change orders, based on approved purchase requisitions, requests for proposals, bids and other similar documents related to the purchasing of commodities, equipment, services or other major items under U.S. Government contracts  Generate compliant procurement files in an automated procurement compliance tool and submit for peer review as required per department policies. Serve as primary contact between Constellis program personnel and assigned suppliers  Experience in offshore sourcing of vendors for OCONUS operations  Maintain current accurate records and files of all vendor agreements and related procurement records  Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, and manage any supplier issues such as cost, quality, delivery, customer service and compliance  Lead negotiations and apply knowledge of FAR regulations, contract law and guidelines, practices and requirements to assess, plan and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk  Establish, maintain and manage comprehensive professional relationships with suppliers. Resolve issues related to areas such as pricing, quality, schedule, claims, payment issues or disputes associated with terms and conditions of purchase orders  Effectively communicate and collaborate with team members as well as internal and external stakeholders who are geographically dispersed Knowledge of tracking and reporting cost savings and avoidances  Assist with audits, as necessary (DCAA, DCMA, ISO, DOD, Internal, etc.)  Other duties as assigned 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in related field and minimum 7 years of experience in a U.S. Government contracting Purchasing environment  Experience with purchasing in a DCMA auditable environment Experience with purchasing in a ISO-9001 environment  Experience supporting large programs and Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) Knowledgeable of all FAR regulations and federal laws, pertaining to procurement, subcontracting and contracts  Strong experience of commodities, equipment and services and ability to demonstrate an advanced understanding of the technical requirements, as well as a thorough understanding of the current CONUS and OCONUS markets, related to security services, operations, logistics and operational training  Requires the ability to understand detailed specifications for equipment and able to communicate coherently with operational program personnel  Knowledge and use of price and cost analysis  Strong negotiating skills  Strong experience of Deltek CostPoint is required

BENEFITS

 

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays 401(k) Retirement Plan Insurance: Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Personal Development & Learning Opportunities On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

WORKING CONDITIONS

 

Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Business work hours are Monday-Friday standard core hours, however some extended or weekend hours may be required.