Buyer III
Patuxent River, MD 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description

InDyne is a full-service military, civilian and commercial operations company. Our Mission is to provide tailored, cost effective, quality services and solutions. Our Vision is to exceed customer expectations by delivering results through agility, flexibility and responsiveness. Our Core Values include integrity, trust and loyalty.

The Buyer III position is located at Lexington Park, MD.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop sources of supply using research techniques to collect and analyze data.
  • Analyze market conditions and product/technological developments for work application.
  • Develop specifications and statements of work with customers and team members.
  • Develop complex solicitations to include commodities, services and professional services critical to the operations of the customer in conformance with federal procurement rules and regulations.
  • Conduct advanced price and cost analyses for bid award and reporting purposes.
  • Review requirements such as insurance, bonds and scope of work.
  • Track purchases and pricing agreement data in various reports and data sources weekly, monthly, and quarterly, and support invoicing efforts for same.
  • Contact, interview and/or negotiate with suppliers to conduct market research, resolve contract related discrepancies, resolve delivery and billing disputes and make product/service award recommendations.
  • Prepare required forms and work with team to maintain accurate inventory records including details on price, performance, and delivery.
  • Work with vendors to ensure all goods and services are ordered and received in a timely manner.
  • Process changes and modifications, and perform Purchase Order/contract closeout.
  • Prepare and present purchase orders through approval authority.
  • Prepare and present information to small groups related to procurement activities.
  • Familiar with FAR/DFARS and associated Supplements; skilled at regulations research and providing recommendations.
  • Maintain professional interfaces between Government and Industry.
  • Perform functional review of purchase orders of other buyers for compliance.
  • Determine required terms and conditions for purchase agreements.

Educational/Training Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in business related field (preferred) or equivalent experience is required.

Required Skills/Experience:

  • Minimum five+ (5) years of experience in advanced Federal procurement and or support of Government prime contracts and acquisition processes.
  • A strong understanding of purchasing, project management, supply chain and other general business skills; demonstrated strong oral and writing skills a must.
  • A keen attention to detail and someone highly motivated with proven organizational and time management skills desired. Excellent communication skills are required (verbal and written).
  • Self starter - able to work independently.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Familiarity with Costpoint preferred.

Security Clearance:

  • Must either possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Licenses or Certifications:

  • Valid U.S. Driver's License.
  • Purchasing or contracting certifications to include either Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Certifications (Level II or III), National Contract Management Association (NCMA). Certifications or equivalent certification required.

Work Environment:

  • Work activities are normally performed in an environmentally controlled area.

Physical Demands:

  • This position will be subject to substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Must be able to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; and requires very little lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials. May require sitting for long periods of time.

Other Skills and Abilities:

  • Able to set priorities for each day, work independently and able to set and meet goals.
  • Additional duties may be assigned to support corporate and contracts specific support requirements in job-related areas.
  • Must be willing to travel as needed.

Accommodations:

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

COVID-19 Requirement: InDyne, Inc. is committed to safeguarding the health of its employees and their families, as well as its customers and visitors. As a federal contractor, InDyne, Inc. must comply with Executive Order 14042: Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. InDyne, Inc. must also comply with all customer, federal and state regulations pertaining to COVID-19 safety protocols. InDyne, Inc. requires all newly hired employees, in the United States, to be fully vaccinated prior to their start date. Proof of vaccination is a condition of employment, unless a request for reasonable accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs has been approved.

***InDyne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call our Human Resources department.


InDyne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call Human Resources.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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