Buyer planner Jobs in Olathe, KS

divh2Procurement Specialist / h2pPlans and executes the procurement of standard and custom materials and / or services, which may be designated as sole or single-source items, designed, manufactured, or specified exclusively for the Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC). Develops and executes a procurement strategy that provides the best value and prioritizes quality and on-time performance. / ppDuties and responsibilities include : / pulliPerforms all procurement activities and administers purchase orders in conformance with applicable purchasing procedures and policies. / liliAnalyzes requisitions and related drawings and specifications; identifies / selects suppliers; determines the type of order to be issued; issues requests for proposals; negotiates prices, terms and conditions, and delivery schedules; places purchase orders; assures product delivery, negotiates delivery schedule changes, and develops inventory plans as required. / liliInitiates and coordinates discussions or meetings between suppliers and internal departments to resolve procurement-related problems. / liliAnalyzes pricing, production, and inventory trends to assure competent supply sources and economical procurement. / liliMay serve as a full-time member of respective purchased product teams and other cross-functional teams and be involved with the development and implementation of strategic supplier management concepts. / liliAssures product delivery. / liliPlans, schedules, and negotiates orders utilizing ERP planning recommendations. / liliNegotiates settlements on rejected material and claims resulting from purchase order changes or terminations. / liliApproves supplier invoices for payment when necessary. / liliInteraction with internal next assembly users, Product Engineering, Program Management, Product and Field Quality, Accounting and the Design Agency for requirements clarification, planning, product status reviews and problem resolution. / liliAnalyzes need and prepares requests for advance procurement authorizations. Prepares reports as requested by supervision or as required by procedures. / liliProvides guidance and necessary training to lower classifications in purchasing techniques. / liliNegotiates directly with suppliers; completes in-depth price analyses, marketplace surveys, and sole and single-source justifications - develops formal negotiation plans; implements quality requirements; resolves exceptions to KCNSC terms and conditions; and has the possible involvement with cost and pricing data and cost accounting standards. / liliDevelops and provides input to the purchased material budget as appropriate to assure commitment or incurrences as required. / li / ulpYou must have : / pulliBachelors degree. / liliTwo or more years of progressive procurement experience. / liliAbility to travel as determined by the needs of the business. / liliAbility to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management and is determined by the needs of the business. / liliRegular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job. / liliUnited States Citizenship. / liliAbility to obtain and maintain, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations). / li / ulpWe value : / pulliA working knowledge of purchasing procedures, products, services and strategic supplier management. / liliDemonstrated ability to manage complex, sole-source procurements in a regulated or compliance-driven environment. / liliStrong negotiation skills, including experience developing negotiation strategies, performing price and cost analysis, and driving best-value outcomes. / liliProven capability to manage multiple priorities, competing deadlines, and high-visibility procurement actions with minimal oversight. / liliAbility to communicate clearly and professionally with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders, including Engineering, Program Management, and Quality. / liliA data-driven mindset with experience using metrics, trend analysis, and supplier performance data to inform decisions. / liliSound judgment, accountability, and the confidence to escalate issues early when delivery, cost, or quality risk is identified. / liliExperience supporting or participating in cross-functional commodity teams and supplier performance improvement initiatives. / liliWillingness to mentor and support junior buyers while continuing to develop technical and business acumen. / liliA continuous-improvement mindset with an interest in process improvement, standard work, and operational excellence. / li / ul / div