Buyer II

Buyer II – Procurement & Property Management Division

The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides high‑quality business services to support the Laboratory’s research initiatives. This role supports the Procurement and Property Management (PPM) Division as a Buyer II, reporting to the Rapid Purchasing Supervisor or a Subcontracts Manager, and is responsible for coordinating the complete procurement function from receipt of requisition to delivery of product and contract administration.

• Work under indirect supervision, within established procedures and guidelines.
• Provide procurement expertise and leadership to meet technical, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, including source and price justification, as applicable.
• Document procurement files and perform contracts administration, as applicable.
• Support and adhere to requirements of procurement’s small business and socio‑economic plan.
• Process low to medium risk and dollar procurements with a signature authority potentially up to $100,000.

• BS/BA degree in a business field.
• Zero to Two (0 –
  2) years direct procurement‑related experience.
• Advanced understanding of procurement business discipline; regular business contact within and outside the Laboratory to obtain and provide detailed and complex information; track, organize, and analyze procurement information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Skilled at establishing positive working relationships at all levels, internal and external; sets a positive example for productive teamwork.
• Excellent attention to detail, ability to handle deadlines and pressure situations.
• Advanced, clear, and concise verbal and written communication.
• Effective and efficient time/resource management, organization, planning, and prioritizing workload.
• Solid research, analytical, creative problem‑solving, sound judgment, and decision‑making skills.

• Information Technology (IT) acquisition experience, including software and service agreements.
• Experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and/or Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR).
• Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or similar certification in government procurement practices.
• Experience with Oracle People Soft.

• Ability to work at a computer/keyboard for extended periods.
• Ability to concentrate on accuracy.

This is a fully onsite position located in Upton, New York. Visa sponsorship is not available. The total salary range for this position is $68,600 – $99,450 per year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience and considered within the internal peer group. Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and believes a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important part of the compensation package.

Brookhaven Scientific Associates (BSA) is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer and a Vets/Disabled employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law and provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact us to request accommodation.