Buyer

Job description

Overview Under general supervision, the Buyer will be responsible for the complete cycle of procurement transactions from initiating, reviewing and coordinating purchase requests, requests for quotes, bids, proposals and orders. The Buyer will be responsible for preparing supporting procurement documentation to comply with goals and terms of Small Business Subcontracting Plans, when required. All functions to be performed in accordance with Institute policies and procedures and all procurement codes and guidelines. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a directly related field and 2-4 years of progressive buyer experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities and have been attained. Individual must have comprehensive knowledge of all technical (principles, methods, applications and procedures) and legal aspects of procurement. Candidate must have a working knowledge of FAR and commercial purchasing requirements. Ability to read, comprehend, and apply knowledge of laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and procedures governing private non-profit procurement. Must have super...