Buyer II

Amentum•Williamsburg, VA

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a talented Buyer II to support the Intelligence and Cyber business group, with a primary location in the Williamsburg, VA area. This is a hybrid role, and the successful candidate must work onsite for a minimum of two (2) days per week. These positions will be responsible for all phases of cradle-to-grave procurement, including acquisition planning, source selection, cost/price analysis, negotiation, post-award administration, and closeout. Accountable for ensuring compliance with government policies and procedures. Expected to possess a solid understanding of government procurement, work independently while supporting a one-team approach, be solution-oriented, contribute meaningfully to team and/or organizational goals, demonstrate excellent judgement and business acumen, collaborate with stakeholders and other departments, identify risks and mitigation strategies, and potentially support special projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field, and two (2) years of experience in procurement, subcontracts, supply chain, or related field; or a Master’s degree and one (1) year of related experience
Two (2) years of experience in procurement or a related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Working knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and integrated software applications are required.
Experience with various subcontract types (Cost-Plus, Fixed Price, Time & Materials, and subsets thereof)

Nice To Haves

Experience with Costpoint or a similar ERP system, including the use of the purchasing module.
Process improvement experience in a recognized methodology (Agile, Lean Six Sigma, CMMI, ISO).
Experience with AMRO, IBM Maximo, Hyland OnBase, Unanet, IBM Cognos, Deltek Time and Expense, OnPoint, Centresuite systems.
Capture and Proposal support experience.
Experience negotiating agreements with commercial companies, non-profits, and universities.
An active Top Secret Clearance is preferred.
Candidates without a clearance will be considered, but the candidate must have the ability to obtain/maintain a US government security clearance.

Responsibilities

Establishes source of supply, negotiates price, delivery date, and other necessary commitments based upon authorized requisition and complies with company policies and federal regulations.
Provides information to the requester that includes communication of procurement actions or status, and assists with special requirements.
Adheres to Supply Chain Procurement procedures to assure follow-up and administration of purchase order files.
Reviews and processes purchase requisitions.
Assists in the preparation of procurement-centered reports.
Contacts suppliers, secures bids, and executes purchase orders in accordance with Amentum procedures.
Evaluates proposals and quotations, determines offer responsiveness, responsibility, and eligibility for award, and performs discussions and negotiations.
Provides pricing in support of Business Development efforts, as required.
Maintains procurement records in accordance with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) guidelines/controls.
Ensures compliance with FAR/DFARS, Agency-specific regulations, and Amentum policies and procedures for subcontracts and procurement.
Conducts purchase order file reviews in support of Government audits.
Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, and cancellations.
Interfaces and coordinates with subcontractors and service providers, as well as Amentum HR, Finance, AP, and Program teams.
Participation in cross-functional collaboration and tiger teams.
Supports small business goals on assigned subcontracts, coordinates with technical staff, maintains records, and participates in small business outreach activities.
Performs Purchase Order Closeout.
Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.