Senior Buyer II

TMC, a LinQuest company is seeking a Senior Buyer II to join our team at one of our offices in either Las Cruces, NM; Eglin AFB, Huntsville (remote or hybrid may be considered). The ability to obtain a DoD security clearance is required The Senior Buyer II is responsible for purchase materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. The Senior Buyer II qualifies... vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services; as well as tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. Reports to a manager. Work is independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Responsibilities: • Perform purchasing duties to include initiating necessary purchasing documents, vendor contact, obtaining quotes and completing orders based on price, delivery, quality, and service • Complete and track purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, designates approved supplier, and assigns requisitions to staff for processing. • Follow up on progress of purchases as necessary. • Communicate with supplier changes in specifications, change orders, quantities, and adjustments. • Contact carriers to arrange for transportation of purchases. • Request for quotes on government software along with non-availability forms • Track orders and provides status to ensure procurements align with deadlines and resolves any discrepancies with order delays • Delegate tasks as necessary. • Assist in proposals by contacting vendors for quotes. • Develop and recommends changes, with upper management, to purchasing procedures and policies. Identifies process improvements and facilitates implementation • Keeps current with economic, industrial, and other trends that affect markets and prices. • Hire, train, evaluate employee performance, and recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action. • Supervise the maintenance of purchase order/invoice/receiving records system. • Input purchase orders in Deltek software. • Work with Finance and Accounting to complete monthly billing and assures Purchasing records are properly submitted for contract compliance • Work with Engineering to track required documentation on government projects. May set up meetings with government personnel to provide project status • Work along the AS9100 team to ensure the department follows and meets TMC’s Design Quality Policy • Resolve problems and make recommendations. Interface with engineering, quality, and program management • Monitor activities against department objectives and submit performance reports to management • Assist in development of strategic supplier relationships Required Knowledge, Skills, And Experience • 10+ years of relevant Buyer experience • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field • Must hold and maintain an active DoD Secret or Top Secret security clearance • Solid understanding of the proposal process for material estimating, bill of material concepts and methodologies • Knowledgeable of and can fully utilize Purchasing and financial system and procedures • Knowledgeable in procurement, supply chain, and material management processes. • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills are required. • Negotiation and follow up skills required. • Self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to multi-task in a deadline driven environment and be solutions oriented. • Must be approachable and be able to communicate with internal and external customers. • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio is required. Preferred: • Working knowledge of Government Contracting and a strong understanding of FAR/DFAR/DPAS/CPSR Compliance. • Ability to effectively interact with upper management and within a team environment. • Knowledge of Supply Chain principles and concepts in defense contracting • Experience with Earned Value Management software (MS Project, Cobra) • Experience with Purchasing and Finance Tools including Deltek Costpoint Preferred: • Advanced degree in related field • Industry Certification -NCMA Certified Contract Management Associate (CCMA) or Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) Why LinQuest? 20 years of excellence from concept to capability LinQuest is a national security space leader that enable defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation’s competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrated end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force Benefits: LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit: https://www.linquest.com/careers/our-benefits