Buyer, INSCOM with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description Overview Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism. This position is contingent based on contract award. Responsibilities Research purchasing requirements for Task Order/customer requirements. Prepare portfolio reports and propose cost saving initiatives within product range. Forecast levels of demand for products and consistently check on product stock levels. Identify, test, and recommend new products within product range. Serve as the liaison between suppliers, manufacturers, purchasing managers and other internal stakeholders. Conduct research to determine the best products and suppliers in terms of value, delivery schedules, and quality. Understanding of INSCOM IT procurement process (CHESS) and ability to coordinate directly with INSCOM G-6 as necessary. Prepare market analysis of competitor products, pricing, promotions, packaging, trends, loyalty programs and marketing initiatives. Prepare detailed narrative to justify purchase including sole source documentation. Evaluate bids, select, and recommend suppliers. Negotiate price, delivery, quality and service. Follow up on all awards until completion of order. Responsible for purchasing a variety of complex or technical supplies or services. Prepare special reports and financial studies for management and alerts them to significant variances to plan. Develop purchasing packages with appropriate requests for proposal or quotes. Qualifications Associates Degree in Purchasing/Procurement, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited university/college with four (4) years of experience; or Military equivalent training and two-three years of experience. Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field with six years of related purchasing experience. Associates Degree in Business with minimum of 24 credit hours in Business Related Classes plus eight years related purchasing experience. Thorough knowledge of FAR/DFAR and other applicable government regulations. Fluent in English both reading and writing. US Citizenship. Final Top-Secret Clearance based upon a TIER 5 Background Investigation and favorable eligibility determination for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) IAW ICD 704. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. Responsibilities Research purchasing requirements for Task Order/customer requirements. Prepare portfolio reports and propose cost saving initiatives within product range. Forecast levels of demand for products and consistently check on product stock levels. Identify, test, and recommend new products within product range. Serve as the liaison between suppliers, manufacturers, purchasing managers and other internal stakeholders. Conduct research to determine the best products and suppliers in terms of value, delivery schedules, and quality. Understanding of INSCOM IT procurement process (CHESS) and ability to coordinate directly with INSCOM G-6 as necessary. Prepare market analysis of competitor products, pricing, promotions, packaging, trends, loyalty programs and marketing initiatives. Prepare detailed narrative to justify purchase including sole source documentation. Evaluate bids, select, and recommend suppliers. Negotiate price, delivery, quality and service. Follow up on all awards until completion of order. Responsible for purchasing a variety of complex or technical supplies or services. Prepare special reports and financial studies for management and alerts them to significant variances to plan. Develop purchasing packages with appropriate requests for proposal or quotes. Qualifications Associates Degree in Purchasing/Procurement, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited university/college with four (4) years of experience; or Military equivalent training and two-three years of experience. Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field with six years of related purchasing experience. Associates Degree in Business with minimum of 24 credit hours in Business Related Classes plus eight years related purchasing experience. Thorough knowledge of FAR/DFAR and other applicable government regulations. Fluent in English both reading and writing. US Citizenship. Final Top-Secret Clearance based upon a TIER 5 Background Investigation and favorable eligibility determination for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) IAW ICD 704. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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