Buyer III

Amentum•Aiken, SC

2d•$80 - $85•Hybrid

About The Position

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents. Amentum is seeking a talented Buyer III to support the Intelligence and Cyber business group. We are building a GSC Team to support specific programs. This is a HYBRID role, when required to be on-site you will report to our Chantilly/Reston, VA or Aikin, South Carolina Amentum office. You are permitted to work remote-telework when you are not needed on-site. You must be a US Citizen to apply. This role 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 five (5) years of experience in procurement, subcontracts, supply chain or related field; or a Master’s degree and three (3) years of related experience.
Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills and 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)
This is a HYBRID role, when required to be on-site you will report to our Chantilly/Reston, VA or Aikin, South Carolina Amentum office. You are permitted to work remote-telework when you are not needed on-site.
US Citizenship is required to apply.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Costpoint or similar ERP system, to include 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, and OnPoint 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 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 requester that includes communication of procurement actions or status and assist 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, determine offer responsiveness, responsibility, and eligibility for award, and perform 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, coordinate with technical staff, maintain records, and participate in small business outreach activities.
Performs Purchase Order Closeout.
Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.