Senior Buyer

ASRC Federalis seeking a
Senior Buyer
to support procurement activities for the U.S. Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC). This position will report directly to the ASRC Federal Procurement team and willoperatein close coordination with project and technical staff supporting GVSC programs. The role may be based in Sterling Heights, MI or Reston, VA and will function in a hybrid work environment.

Hybrid (candidate mustbe located in Sterling Height, MI or Reston, VA)

The Senior Buyeris responsible for executing a wide range of Federal procurement actions in support of GVSC requirements. Working under the direction of the ASRC Federal Procurement organization, this role ensures compliant,timely, andcost-effective purchasing of materials, supplies, equipment, and services in accordance withthe Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), contract requirements, and internal ASRC Federal policies.

• Review and analyze Purchase Requisition s (PRs) for accuracy, authorization, specifications, delivery requirements, and compliance with contract and FAR requirements.
• Perform proactive sourcing toidentifyqualified suppliers, improve lead times, reduce costs, and enhance supply chain reliability.
• Develop and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to qualified suppliers; evaluate supplier responses for price, delivery, technical compliance, and risk.
• Award and administer Purchase Orders (POs) for materials, equipment, supplies, andcommercialservicesin accordance withFAR, DFARS, and ASRC Federal procurement procedures.
• Conduct price analysis anddeterminefair and reasonable pricing; document all analysis and procurement decisions in accordance with Federal and corporate standards.
• Maintain fully compliant procurement files, ensuring documentation meets all Government and internal audit requirements.
• Track and manage the status of open POs; communicate updates to internal stakeholders and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or supplier performance.
• Coordinate with suppliers to follow up on overdue deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and support continuous improvement in supplier performance.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Project Control Analysts to reconcile invoices, resolve discrepancies, and process PO modifications for credits, returns, or scope changes.
• Utilize Costpoint and other procurement systems to process requisitions, issue POs, track shipments, andmaintainprocurement records.
• Maintain effective communication with internal customers to ensure procurement actions aligned with program schedules and technical requirements.
• Support reporting requirements for procurement status, open actions, and compliance metrics to ASRC Federal Procurement leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of relevant procurement experience, including Federal procurement.
• 3–5 years of experience executing FARbased purchases, including documentation, compliance, and auditready file management.
• Experience with USGcommercial purchasing procedures and supplier sourcing.
• Ability to executea multitude of procurement instruments (BOAs, POs,etc).
• Knowledge of supply sources and ability toidentifyand qualify vendors.
• Must be a U.S. citizenship is required to support this program.
• Must successfully complete a background check.
• Ability to obtain andmaintaina DoD Secret clearance.

• Familiarity with Governmentapprovedpurchasingsystems and compliant procurement workflows.
• Experience using
  
  Deltek
  
  Costpoint for procurement, receiving, and PO administration.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing deadlines.
• Knowledge of the automotive industry, including relevant suppliers, materials, and manufacturing support vendors.
• Demonstrated ability in term negotiation, including pricing, delivery, and contractual terms.