Sr. Buyer - 7 years of experience in commercial procurement

Job Category:Supply Chain Management Primary Location:USA-VA: VIRGINIA-STERLINGSchedule:Full-time Job Type:Standard Employee Status:Regular No Job Posting: 2008-08-08Description: CSC is looking for an experienced Sr. Buyer to join the Supply Chain Management Team. At least seven years of experience in a commercial procurement environment is required. Buyer is responsible for executing the acquisition of Hardware, Software, Services and other Information Technology related resources. The buyer's responsibilities starts with (but not limited to) receipt of an authorized Purchase Requisition (PR). The buyer is responsible for performing and coordinating procurement activities in the following areas: soliciting quotes, cradle-to-grave acquisitions, establishing SAP Contracts and Purchase Orders, establishing CostPoint Purchase Orders, reconciling and processing invoices, as necessary. Must demonstrate a history of software procurement and negotiations of agreements, specifically in regards to labor/consulting contracts and software licensing. Must be able to provide work guidance and direction to other professionals. Uses judgment and initiative in solving problems. Overtime is expected during peak buying periods (e.g. quarter end and year end). Essential Job Functions Processes and completes complex purchase orders; determines prices from available vendors which meet cost and quality guidelines; places orders; verifies receipt of purchase. Implements guidelines or standards from which vendors should be selected; recommends additions to and deletions from the supplier/vendor database as appropriate; reviews new vendor performance and adjusts approved list of vendors as appropriate. Develops procedures for conducting vendor negotiations. Conducts complex negotiations with suppliers to obtain products at the best quantity and cost in order to ensure end-users needs are met; negotiates delivery, terms and conditions, and pricing. Identifies future procurement opportunities to further procurement strategies. Coordinates with accounts payable to resolve any credit holds or complex pricing problems in order to ensure prompt payment and avoid delays to end user; coordinates with receiving departments to resolve receipt problems promptly so as to not cause any delay to end users. Solicits suppliers/vendors for materials/products/services through formal Requests for Services (FRS) and/or Requests for Proposals (FPS) and informal channels. Conducts complex negotiations on terms favorable considering quality, delivery, and prices; receives and evaluates proposals, quotations, and bids for acquisitions. Determines approach to FRS and RFP activities and recommends changes to current processes. Maintains communication with suppliers during course of procurement action in order to ensure timely delivery in compliance with the requirements of the procurement document. Establishes relationships with new suppliers and develops new supply sources. Plans and coordinates the procurement of materials, products/services and equipment necessary for the operation of the business unit or assigned projects. Recommends changes to existing standards; ensures suppliers/vendor's adherence to industry standards, technical quality standards, and other corporate/business unit driven expectations. Analyzes bids for specification compliance, prices, delivery commitments and past performance; utilizes online systems as a resource for procurement. Recommends revisions or process improvements to meet company needs. Provides leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Bachelor's degree in business administration, inventory management or related field preferred Seven or more years of experience in purchasing or inventory management Experience working with procurement practices Experience working with contracts including request for proposals (RFP) and request for information (RFI) Experience working with products and services within related market Experience working with procurement software Other Qualifications At least seven years of purchasing or inventory management in a commercial procurement environment Experience with agreement negotiations Good communication skills Good analytical and problem solving skills Good personal computer and business solutions software skills Strong negotiating skills to interact with vendors Leadership skills to guide and mentor the work of less experienced personnel Ability to understand financial analysis and implications with regard to contracts and suppliers Remote Work Location Authorized:No Relocation Assistance:Not AvailableClearance Level:None Create Success