Buyer I/II

Purpose and Impact: Amentum is seeking a talented Buyer I / II to support the Intelligence and Cyber business group, with a primary location in the Northern Virginia/Chantilly/Reston area. This is a hybrid role with the possibility for remote for the right candidate. We are building a GSC Team to support specific programs. Work Schedule: Day shift – 5 days per week, 8 hours per day Essential Responsibilities: Establishes source of supply, negotiates price, delivery date, and other necessary commitments based upon authorized requisition and complies with company policies and federal regulations. Provides information to requester that includes communication of procurement actions or status and assist with special requirements. Adheres to Supply Chain Procurement procedures to assure follow-up and administration of purchase order files. Reviews and processes purchase requisitions. Assists in the preparation of procurement centered reports. Contacts suppliers, secures bids and executes purchase orders in accordance with Amentum procedures. Evaluates proposals and quotations, determine offer responsiveness, responsibility, and eligibility for award, and perform discussions and negotiations. Provides pricing in support of Business Development efforts, as required. Maintains procurement records in accordance with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) guidelines/controls. Ensures compliance with FAR/DFARS, Agency-specific regulations and Amentum policies and procedures for subcontracts and procurement. Conducts purchase order file reviews in support of Government audits. Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments and cancellations. Interfaces and coordinates with subcontractors and service providers, as well as Amentum HR, Finance, AP, and Program teams. Participation in cross-functional collaboration and tiger teams. Supports small business goals on assigned subcontracts, coordinate with technical staff, maintain records, and participate in small business outreach activities. Performs Purchase Order Closeout. Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness; must possess planning/organizing skills and be able to work under deadlines Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Buyer I Bachelor’s Degree or 1+ years’ Equivalent demonstrated experience in Subcontracts, Procurement and Contract Management or Business Administration Two (2) years of experience in procurement or related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college. Good communication and negotiation skills and advanced knowledge of Sharepoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and integrated software applications are required. Awareness with various subcontract types (Cost-Plus, Fixed Price, Time & Materials, and subsets thereof). Buyer II Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field, and two (2) years of experience in procurement, subcontracts, supply chain or related field; or a Master’s degree and one (1) year of related experience. Two (2) years of experience in procurement or related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college. Excellent communication and negotiation skills and working knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and integrated software applications are required. Experience with various subcontract types (Cost-Plus, Fixed Price, Time & Materials, and subsets thereof) Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for all positions: Experience with Costpoint or similar ERP system, to include use of the purchasing module. Experience with AMRO, IBM Maximo, Hyland OnBase, Unanet, IBM Cognos, Deltek Time and Expense, OnPoint, Centresuite systems. Experience negotiating agreements with commercial companies This position is designated as a safety sensitive position As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government. Other Responsibilities: Safety Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. #javelin Compensation Details: US: 55,000 - 85,000 USD The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Amentum