Purchasing Associate/Buyer

KIHOMAC•Byron, GA

1d•$40,000 - $55,000

About The Position

The Purchasing Associate/Buyer executes the end-to-end procurement and Procure-to-Pay process, from receipt of approved Purchase Requisitions through Purchase Order closeout. The role sources materials, equipment, and services; evaluates and onboards suppliers; prepares and administers purchase orders; negotiates pricing and commercial terms within delegated authority; expedites deliveries; and resolves supplier and invoice issues. The position collaborates with internal departments, requesters, customers, and vendors to support company operations and customer requirements while ensuring procurement actions comply with company policies, customer requirements, applicable FAR/DFARS requirements, ethical purchasing standards, and appropriate terms and condition flow-downs. The role maintains supplier and procurement records, monitors performance and metrics, and supports cost savings, continuous improvement, and procurement efficiency initiatives.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Business, Logistics, or a related field.
At least 4 years of experience in a similar or related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Planner, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Excel.
Ability to file and maintain records and documentation.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues in other geographic regions.
Ability to learn and understand government purchasing policies and procedures.
Ability to multitask and prioritize during surges.
Strong attention to detail.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree.
Proficiency in Adobe Editor.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end procurement and Procure-to-Pay process from approved Purchase Requisition through Purchase Order closeout.
Review purchase requisitions for completeness, accuracy, funding, approvals, and compliance with procurement policies.
Source materials, equipment, and services by soliciting competitive quotations and identifying qualified suppliers.
Research, evaluate, qualify, and onboard vendors based on quality, capability, pricing, delivery performance, financial stability, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain approved supplier records and vendor documentation.
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Contracts, Property Management, Data Management, Program Managers, internal customers, and vendors to define procurement requirements.
Prepare, issue, revise, and administer purchase orders using the company's ERP procurement system.
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms within delegated procurement authority.
Monitor supplier performance and expedite purchase orders to support on-time delivery.
Resolve supplier issues involving pricing discrepancies, quality concerns, delivery delays, invoice exceptions, returns, warranty claims, and corrective actions.
Coordinate with Receiving, Property Management, and Accounts Payable regarding receipt, inspection, payment, and procurement closeout.
Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier files, purchase order status reports, and procurement metrics.
Ensure procurement actions comply with company policies, customer requirements, applicable FAR/DFARS requirements, and ethical purchasing standards.
Manage appropriate terms and condition flow-downs.
Support supplier performance evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, process improvements, and buyer efficiencies.
Communicate purchase order and modification status updates to keyholders, requesters, and Project Managers.
Perform other duties as assigned.