Senior Buyer

Role Name: Senior Buyer Location: Columbia, SC 29219 Work Environment: Hybrid (Tue, Wed, Thurs - Onsite) Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Contract length: 11 months assignment with possible extension Job Summary: Duties/About the role: Processes major requests for proposals (RFPs) that are large and complex in nature through the most cost effective means. Develops new opportunities and partnerships for the company. Day to Day: 55% Prepares, distributes, receives, analyzes and awards bids using a formal bid process such as Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Bids (RFBs) that are large and complex. 35% Manages development of business opportunities and restructures existing supplier partnerships to maximize value and secure cost savings while maximizing profit for the company. Interacts with company staff and management to build relationships to increase company participation in corporate contracts. 10% Reports workloads and writes procedures to support work flow. Job Requirements: Required Education: Bachelor's degree Any Major or 4 years of purchasing, finance, and/or budget management experience Required Work Experience: 4 Years Purchasing, finance, and/or budget management experience. Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree-Business Administration or Bachelor's may also be in finance. Preferred Work Experience: 6 Years-Purchasing and finance or budget management experience. Preferred Licenses and Certificates: Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) OR the ability to obtain within 1 year.