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Procurement Sr Specialist (Sr. Buyer)
Unavailable, Red Lion, Pennsylvania, United States, 17356
Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an onsite
Sr. Buyer Supply Chain
(Procurement Sr. Specialist) to join our
Red Lion, PA
team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS in Red Lion offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.
Summary:
Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes or for internal use as a generalist or in a combination of purchasing disciplines.
Major Position Responsibilities
Develops and executes sourcing strategy, evaluates product offerings, recommends suppliers, and negotiates contracts for assigned categories or departments
Gathers business requirements and identifies and pre-qualifies potential suppliers
Develops and distributes RFPs/RFQs and collects bids or other information
Evaluates proposals/quotes based on offering quality, cost, or other criteria and recommends suppliers that are best suited to meet the organization's requirements
Works with selected suppliers to develop mutually acceptable contractual agreements
May oversee tactical purchasing operations, such as the issuance of purchase orders or the payment of invoices
Ensures that all procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations
Basic Qualifications Required Qualifications:
Associates Degree
OR equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
5-7 years experience
Preferred Qualifications:
BS/BA degree in Business, Finance, Accounting
Experience in a DoD manufacturing environment
Knowledge of government:
procurement regulations and procedures
cost accounting standards and accounting practices
FAR / DFARS / CPSR requirements
contract administration principles
policies and procedures to support contracting methods
reporting requirements
cost and price analysis techniques across varying contract types and financial accounting methods
Experience and use of IFS software
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of concepts, principles, practices and procedures of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments
Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
Strong written, digital and verbal communication skills in both an individual and team environment
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the fly
Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
Operates under minimal direction and exercises moderate to independent judgment
Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan
Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment
Works independently, receives minimal guidance
Critical thinking skills
Problem solving skills
Mathematic skills
Computer skills
Technical expertise
Other Requirements:
Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of time
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.
The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills.
Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.
Sr. Buyer Supply Chain
(Procurement Sr. Specialist) to join our
Red Lion, PA
team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS in Red Lion offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.
Summary:
Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes or for internal use as a generalist or in a combination of purchasing disciplines.
Major Position Responsibilities
Develops and executes sourcing strategy, evaluates product offerings, recommends suppliers, and negotiates contracts for assigned categories or departments
Gathers business requirements and identifies and pre-qualifies potential suppliers
Develops and distributes RFPs/RFQs and collects bids or other information
Evaluates proposals/quotes based on offering quality, cost, or other criteria and recommends suppliers that are best suited to meet the organization's requirements
Works with selected suppliers to develop mutually acceptable contractual agreements
May oversee tactical purchasing operations, such as the issuance of purchase orders or the payment of invoices
Ensures that all procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations
Basic Qualifications Required Qualifications:
Associates Degree
OR equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
5-7 years experience
Preferred Qualifications:
BS/BA degree in Business, Finance, Accounting
Experience in a DoD manufacturing environment
Knowledge of government:
procurement regulations and procedures
cost accounting standards and accounting practices
FAR / DFARS / CPSR requirements
contract administration principles
policies and procedures to support contracting methods
reporting requirements
cost and price analysis techniques across varying contract types and financial accounting methods
Experience and use of IFS software
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of concepts, principles, practices and procedures of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments
Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
Strong written, digital and verbal communication skills in both an individual and team environment
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the fly
Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
Operates under minimal direction and exercises moderate to independent judgment
Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan
Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment
Works independently, receives minimal guidance
Critical thinking skills
Problem solving skills
Mathematic skills
Computer skills
Technical expertise
Other Requirements:
Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of time
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.
The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills.
Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.