Buyer

Buyer Agency Contract

Our client is currently looking to contract with a highly capable and motivated Buyer. The Buyer reports directly to the Procurement Director to perform duties including sourcing, subcontracts administration, buyer and purchasing agent activities.

This position will be responsible for supporting development of Suppliers and acquisition of products and services. This role contributes to enhancing the success of projects by limiting the overall risks and liability associated with supplier negotiations and subcontract administration, subcontract sourcing, pricing, evaluating, negotiating and obtaining materials, equipment and / or construction services.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence and flexibility with confidence, and an ability to interface with suppliers, consultants, management and co-workers in a professional, and proactive manner.

The Contract Administrator collaborates with the larger Supply Management team to coordinate the review of client contracts and provides negotiation support when required.

Must haves :

Able to work a very fast paced, heavy workload, remotely.

• Able to review policies and implement into procedures
• Able to self-educate in areas needing understanding as long as the material is available.
• Closeout experience is a plus
• Prior Government contract experience is a plus
• Knowledge of 2 CFR 200 regulations a plus
• Location : Remote

Duration : 12+ months,

Benefits - Three insurance levels, 401K + match, sick leave, and working with a great company!

Work sponsorship is not available at this time; background check and drug screen required C2C NOT Available .

Responsibilities :

• Manage procurement activities with a focus on performance, change control, quality, cost and schedule management.
• Support increasingly complex procurement / subcontract management duties, including federal government contracting.
• Work with internal approvers and reviewers for confirming specifications, budget and Terms and Conditions of purchases.
• Source for potential Suppliers for competitive bidding.
• Prepare and manage bidding activities such as Requests for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and Express of Interests (EOI),
• Negotiate pricing and delivery / shipping terms with potential Suppliers.
• Issue Purchase Orders or other forms of agreements to Suppliers.
• Monitoring and expediting orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Verify receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolve shipments in error with Suppliers.
• Approve payment for purchases by reviewing and approving invoices and forwarding receiving documentation to support payment.
• Maintain complete and accurate purchasing files and records.
• Other procurement and / or contracting duties may be assigned.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Experience with clients and supplier relations.
• Three to five years of experience related to Procurement.
• Military experience a plus.
• U. S. Government (DOE or DOD) contracting / subcontracting experience required.
• Experience with purchasing fabricated equipment, IT software, and commercial items.
• Understanding of quality assurance and export control requirements.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and sizable workload.
• Nuclear or related experience a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trustworthiness and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

Estimated Compensation Range : $40.00 - $75.00 per hour. This range represents the estimated low end and high end of the compensation range for this position.

All experience levels considered.

About Hansell Tierney :

Hansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way.

Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities. We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises.

Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients’ unique needs.