Associate Defense Segment Buyer
$72,600–$108,900 year
On-siteMankato, Minnesota, United States
Job Summary
Execute procurement activities for government contracting by preparing solicitations, evaluating quotes, and developing unique terms for purchase orders. Ensure compliance with US laws and regulations while serving as the Procurement SME for all acquisition functions. Coordinate with the Contracts Manager to review technical documentation, perform price analysis, and manage pre-award and post-award actions including FAR/DFAR flow downs and TINA analysis. Maintain accurate records using Procurement systems and perform administrative functions on purchase orders to suppliers. Work Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm on-site in Mankato, MN. Provide backup coverage as defined by the department manager.
Required Qualifications
- 0 - 4 Years of Experience in purchasing duties
- BS degree in Business
- Must be a US Citizen
- Experience in Government Contracting Procurement
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of Federal and DOD procurement and acquisition laws, regulations and policies
- Skills in performing pre-award and post-award functions to include principles, policies, regulations, practices and procedures
- Use of Procurement systems (ERP, Excel, Word) to acquire, use and maintain accurate records
- Demonstrated strong analytical problem solving and multitasking skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced constantly changing environment
- Exhibit excellent judgement, decision and discretion skills
- Demonstrated ability to work professionally with both external and internal customers
Desired Qualifications
- Oracle (ERP) experience
- Experience in Government Contracting Procurement
- experience in government contracting
- Experience in purchasing duties
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