Project Support Specialist II (Buyer) ATMO

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 II position is located in Lexington Park, MD.

Job Summary:

The function of this position is securing and analyzing quotations for a wide variety of parts, materials, and special services; analyzing price quotes to determine best vendor selection; and coordinating with end users to ensure price, delivery, terms, and technical specifications are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Awards purchase orders at varying thresholds and ensure files are fully documented to withstand audits; ensuring market research, solicitation, vendor documentation, terms & conditions and performance standards are met. Enters data into computer applications; initiates PRs, POs and change orders if required; coordinates with Accounts Payable to ensure pricing and terms are met; organizes and implements strategies with Purchasing Manager to accomplish Small Business and Disadvantaged Business goals.
• Processing credit card orders and monthly credit card reconciliation
• Monitor funding and analyze PO performance, advising RT&T management of performance requiring remedial attention or action
• Analyze market conditions and product/technological developments for work application
• 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 analysis demonstrating price fair and reasonableness
• Review requirements such as insurance 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 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
• Develop sources of supply using research techniques to collect and analyze data

• Must maintain a high-level work ethic; this office is fast paced with very little down time and requires full participation and cooperation from all team members

Educational/Training Requirements:

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

Required Skills/Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in Federal procurement and or support of Government prime contracts and acquisition processes.
• Familiarity with Costpoint preferred.
• A solid understanding of purchasing, project management, supply chain and other general business skills; demonstrated strong oral and writing skills preferred.
• A keen attention to detail and someone motivated with proven organizational and time management skills desired. Excellent communication skills are required (verbal and written).
• Self starter - able to work independently. Additional personal requirements include: a positive, mission-oriented attitude, trainability, problem-solving capability and the ability to work with others (customers and co-workers) in a team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

Licenses or Certifications:

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

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.

Clearance Requirements:

• Currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase.
• Employment and start date is contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance

****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.