Sr Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Senior Buyer / Purchasing Agent

QinetiQ US is seeking Senior Buyer / Purchasing Agent to support the Program Management Office (PMO) that manages a large FMS program.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing procurement for assigned area. They are responsible for sourcing goods and services across several different categories, ranging from replacement part procurements and service contract development / management. The successful candidate will effectively maintain relationships with both vendors and with staff across the program necessary to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the contract management and invoicing process. The Sr. Buyer will identify, analyze, negotiate and execute opportunities to leverage the buying power of the program. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently while taking the initiative to communicate progress with the Program Management Office and key leaders within the program. They will have strong people and customer service skills and a proven track record of process improvement and project management. This contract is large-scale, multiple years, multiple locations, and requiring comprehensive reporting & tracking.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Senior Subject Matter Expert for the program's purchasing and contracting process to include integration of program specific tools with corporately approved and utilized systems and procedures.
• Responsible for implementing CPSR procedures and ensure subcontract files were documented per company procedures.
• Manage all aspects of service contract development and award for the program, at each of the operational sites, to include OCONUS purchases.
• Develop sourcing lists for various services to support the development of requests for information (RFIs), quotations (RFQs), proposals (RFPs) and invitations to bid and interviews potential suppliers.
• Source, select, audit, purchase, expedite and report on materials and services as assigned using established policies and procedures.
• Manage day-to-day procurement activities including internal and supplier communications. Negotiate schedule and delivery changes, price changes, revised terms, and special supplier agreements.
• Requires an ability to understand purchasing materials compliant to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Filing / organizing of the purchase order files to be FAR compliant where required.
• Track all aspects of contractual procurements utilizing a Share Point based platform.
• Review / convert purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers and with organizational targets and requirements.
• Negotiates terms and conditions, price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements and documents the entire fact finding and negotiation process to document file documentation requirements
• Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement; such as developing and implementing master IDIQ contracts to simplify procurement of commonly purchased parts.
• Work collaboratively with all internal customers to meet their needs in a timely manner
• Work collaboratively with Accounting Department on credit line issues, vendor invoicing, etc.
• Performs cost or price analysis on procurements of moderate value, risk, and complexity
• Reviews requirements document (i.e., statement of work, drawings, and specifications) for clarity and adequacy
• Assist with special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility / Accommodation :

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.