Buyer​/Purchaser (ECE Support) with Security Clearance

Overview Buyer/Purchaser (ECE Support)

LOCATION:

Redstone Arsenal, AL JOB STATUS:
Full-time CLEARANCE:
Ability to acquire Secret CERTIFICATION: N/A TRAVEL: 0% Astrion has an exciting Buyer/Purchaser opportunity for the RTC Test and Engineering Services (RTES) Contract supporting the Army Division. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
* Minimum (2) years of applicable experience in contract procurement or similar purchasing background of mechanical and electronic parts in support of test instrumentation, development, and manufacturing.
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Windows Operating Systems (OS) and MS Office products, like Excel. Must have 1 year of experience using a computer and Microsoft Software; or successful completion of 2 recognized computer classes.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to adapt to changing work efforts and manage shifting priorities.
* Strong organizational and workflow skills.
* Self-motivated and comfortable with redundant work and last-minute variety.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Government security clearance (Must be a U.S. Citizen).
* Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening.
* Must have a valid driver's license.
* Must have a High School Diploma PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
* Junior to mid-level knowledge and experience of procurement in support of a government
* Experience with Deltek Costpoint Time & Expense, SharePoint, and Costpoint Procurement.
* Previous experience and track record of success creating cost and price analysis justifications.
* Previous experience reviewing and writing non-competitive award or sole source justifications.
* Excellent computer skills and experience working in Excel.
* Prefer bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Procurement, Business Administration, Accounting or another related field.
* Are a self-starter and require little oversight to complete given tasks.
* Enjoy a fast-paced work environment.
* Love working with diverse groups of individuals, including engineers and technicians.
* Are good at communicating with people.
* Have a positive attitude.
* Enjoy handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Flexible, adaptable, and resilient to change.
* Demonstrated capability to communicate technical and/or administrative information both orally and in written form. RESPONSIBILITIES
* Work as part of an enterprise team of order clerks and buyers supporting multiple divisions and customers.
* Execute, track, and expedite purchase orders and small dollar credit card purchases for materials and services from purchase request through close-out reconciliation.
* Perform, manage, and maintain file documentation in accordance with company policies and DCMA Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.
* Support multiple projects in parallel in an environment that changes quickly in response to customer needs.
* Prepare Request for Quotes (RFQs) and evaluate responses.
* Track procurement progression and status.
* Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions, contract terms, clauses and other contractual requirements.
* Conduct market research and document findings.
* Prepare and write price analysis justifications.
* Review and write non-competitive award or sole source justifications in accordance with DCMA Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.
* Validate justifications, requirements, funding, and budget.
* Communicate with requestors, engineering and technical teams, customers, and suppliers.
* Maintain a close working relationship with internal and external customers. #CJ