Job Description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer ( and Certified Great Place to Work ( ASRC Federal Communications is seeking an Associate Buyer for our ISS2 contact supporting our Air Force customer. Under the general supervision of the Sr. Purchasing Manager and the ISS2 Program Manager, the Buyer performs a wide range of purchasing activities. The primary purpose of the Buyer position is the purchasing of materials, equipment, supplies and services from local and nationwide commercial businesses. The Buyer interacts regularly with people in various positions in the Company and externally. They must maintain a good company image and supplier relations through daily business contacts. **PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Utilize Company automated maintenance and procurement systems (AIMS/Costpoint) in the order, receipt, and shipment of material, records, mail, and/or equipment. Utilize vendor internet interfaces to track incoming shipments. + Analyze Purchase Requisitions (PR) for appropriate authorization level, specifications, shipping, and delivery requirements. Proactively resolves customer issues by going beyond the request to understand the need. Issue Requests for Quotation (RFQ). + Award and administer Purchase Orders (PO) used to purchase material, equipment, tools, food, supplies, transportation, services and utilities for internal customers on authority of approved requisitions and in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contract requirements. + Track the status of commercial purchases. Respond expeditiously to requests for information regarding the status of these purchases. + Contact vendors to follow up on POs and the status of overdue deliveries. Evaluate vendor performance and facilitate proactive continuous process improvement. + Determine that prices paid are fair and reasonable and perform cost analysis. Source continuously for improved and/or less costly materials and supplies. + Maintain effective communications with customers and take proactive measures to meet lead-time required for obtaining materials. Keep requestor apprised of any change in price or specifications, and of restrictions on materials that might affect purchases. + Document all purchases in accordance with applicable contractor and Government requirements. Maintain Federally complaint PO files at all times. Compliance is 50% of the job. + Maintain a suspense file of POs, shipping and receipt documents for each order until order is complete. + Coordinate invoices with Accounts Payable and revise POs to reflect credits, cores, and returns. + Proactively plan and coordinate work activities to meet outcomes beneficial to the customer and project needs. + Perform administrative duties; Maintain records and files related to job responsibilities. **REQUIREMENTS:** + Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of experience/ Education may be used in lieu of experience. Experience may be used in lieu of education. + Knowledge of supply chain along with purchasing experience + Experience procuring, sourcing, and negotiating the buying of machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. + Experience using automated purchasing and maintenance management systems. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact tactfully and resourcefully with co-workers, vendors, and internal and external customer representatives. + Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and prioritize daily work assignments. + US citizen required; must possess the ability to pass a background. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Federal procurement experience and knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and compliance + Knowledge of local and beyond supply sources + Ability to project supply requirements + Experience using Cost Point (ERP) + Ability to review paperwork for completeness, appropriateness, and conformity to established policies and procedures. + Ability to work in a team-based, service-oriented environment. + Strong problem-solving skills and ability to proactively assist customers with their immediate and long-term needs; must work independently and apply critical thinking. + Ability to be flexible while still maintaining high standards of professionalism to perform under deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a volatile and diverse environment. + Skill in comparing data from a variety of sources for completion of all details. Ability to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies and make corrections. We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. **_EEO Statement_** _ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law._ **Job Details** **Job Family** **Supply Chain** **Job Function** **Procurement** **Pay Type** **Salary**

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