Buyer (Full-Time) - Purchasing - Remote

AEVEX Aerospace is looking for a detail oriented buyer who will be responsible for purchasing parts and materials in support of US government/DoD contracts. You will negotiate terms and pricing with our suppliers, research supplier options, and ensure procurement compliance through the acquisition process.

Responsible for purchasing materials, goods, and services necessary to support Government and Aevex contracts in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Defense Contract Audit Agency/ Defense Contract Management Agency (DCAA/DCMA) compliance

Coordinates with internal customers such as Program Managers to ensure purchasing requirements and timelines are understood

Prepares and issues Requests for Quotes/Proposals (RFQs/RFPs) for a wide variety of materials and services

Analyzes quotes and negotiates terms of purchase to obtain the best value for the contract or project

Establishes new vendor relationships as required to meet project needs

Expedites orders as required to maintain on-time order delivery

Communicates with all departments and resolves issues related to purchasing

Follow up and maintain current and accurate database information, vendor lead times, open purchases, commitments, and shortages

Support receiving activities including validation of items received against orders, allocation of items to intended contract or project, identifying unsatisfactory items, and pursue a resolution with vendors

Maintain purchasing documents, files, and records in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Government audit guidelines to ensure compliance throughout the procurement cycle

Actively manage supplier performance through consistent communication to ensure proper adherence to purchase order terms and conditions, delivery schedules, and quality of goods

Assist with additional projects as required

Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].

Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.

Strong ability to work with little supervision

Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations and purchasing within a DoD atmosphere

Familiar with purchasing in a manufacturing environment and ability to read engineering drawings and documentation a plus

Bachelor's Degree preferred

3-5 years of purchasing experience in a Government/DoD contracting environment

Familiarity with Government contracting regulations related to purchasing/subcontracting including FAR/DFARS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

Security Clearance

Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. aircraft modification and certification; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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