Buyer/Purchaser

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer/Purchaser.

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Huntsville, AL

JOB STATUS: Full-time

TRAVEL: Up to 5%

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• High school diploma.
• 4 years of applicable experience in Government contract procurement or similar purchasing background of mechanical and electronic parts in support of test instrumentation, development, and manufacturing.
• Compliance of Procurement Process, Policies and Procedures.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Windows Operating Systems (OS), MS Office products including Excel and Power Point.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience, working knowledge, and understanding of government regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Ability to handle several procurements and process them in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational and workflow skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently and as a team player.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Junior to mid-level knowledge and experience of procurement in support of a government contract.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint Time & Expense, SharePoint, Spendlogic and Costpoint Procurement.
• Previous experience and track record of success creating cost and price analysis justifications.
• Previous experience reviewing and writing non-competitive award or sole source justifications.
• Prefer Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Procurement, Business Administration, Accounting or other related field.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work as part of an enterprise team of order clerks and buyers supporting multiple divisions and customers.
• Process purchase orders, cradle to grave.
• Execute, track, and expedite purchase orders and small dollar credit card purchases for materials and services from purchase request through close-out reconciliation.
• Perform, manage, and maintain file documentation in accordance with company policies and DCMA Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.
• Support multiple projects in parallel in an environment that changes quickly in response to customer needs.
• Prepare Request for Quotes (RFQs) and evaluate responses.
• Track procurement progression and status.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions, contract terms, clauses and other contractual requirements.
• Conduct market research and document.
• Prepare and write price analysis justifications.
• Review non-competitive award or sole source justifications in accordance with DCMA Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.
• Validate justifications, requirements, funding, and budget.
• Communicate with requestors, engineering and technical teams, customers, and suppliers.
• Maintain a close working relationship with internal and external customers.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Flexible time off (FTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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