Express Buyer (Hybrid Eligible)

Oak Ridge National Laboratory•Oak Ridge, TN

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Express Buyer position. Under general supervision, the selected candidate will award and administer Purchase Orders for commercial items and services for UT-Battelle/Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Requirements

A HS diploma and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
Excellent organizational and communication skills are a must.
Must be able to perform effectively in a fast‑paced work environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Must be a customer service-oriented and mission focused individual with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse laboratory population.
Must be a team player who can effectively work with other teams in the Division to accomplish our acquisition strategies.
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Produces quality work and is willing to prioritize workload, as needed, in a demanding environment.

Nice To Haves

BS/BA degree in business, supply chain, or a technically related field with minimal experience.
An associate’s degree with at least two years of relevant experience.
Working knowledge of ORNL/DOE procurement regulations and policies and procedures.
Experience with Ariba/SAP, the ORNL business enterprise computer system.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to function well in a fast-paced procurement environment, set priorities, and adapt to changing needs.
Basic knowledge of FAR, DEAR, DOE acquisition regulations.

Responsibilities

Reviews requests/requisitions and specifications to ensure adherence to Company policy and Department of Energy (DOE) prime contract requirements.
Issues, manages, and fully administers purchase orders for commercial goods and services, generally valued under $15,000.
Processes modifications and closeout requests.
Develops and maintains accurate and complete files according to Company policy.
Acts as primary point of contact for all functions related to each award, including meeting with suppliers, internal customers, and division management as needed.
Negotiates any ambiguities and pricing, and awards Purchase Orders for the ‘lowest priced, technically acceptable’ bid.
Evaluates bids to determine supplier’s ability to furnish the requited items or services within budgetary limitations.
Maintains strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of value and ethics.
Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.