Buyer, Business

Performs duties associated with the buying process. Researches products, prepares purchase orders, places orders, and selects vendors. Organizes product information, and tracks back orders. Obtains materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Studies market trends, interviews vendors, and recommends sources of supply. Analyzes quotations received, selects or recommends suppliers, and schedules deliveries.

Develops and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation. Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Typically requires BA and 0-2 years.

• Performs duties associated with the buying process.
• Research products, prepares purchase orders, places orders, and selects vendors.
• Organizes product information and tracks back orders.
• Obtains materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
• Studies market trends, interviews vendors, and recommends sources of supply.
• Analyzes quotations received, selects or recommends suppliers, and schedules deliveries.
• Develops and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation.
• Performs work under direct supervision.
• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Typically requires BA and 0-2 years.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Must have a minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work overtime if needed.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR and agency specific regulations.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities with minimum supervision.