Amentum is currently seeking a Buyer I / II to support our program in Alice Springs, Australia. The Buyer is responsible for all phases of purchase order administration, cradle to grave, including acquisition planning, source selection, cost/price analysis, negotiation, post‑award administration and closeout. Responsible for ensuring compliance with government policies and procedures. This role will also assist remote subcontract administrators with the creation of purchase orders.
Responsibilities/Duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Establishes source of supply, negotiates price, delivery date, and other necessary commitments based upon authorized requisition and complies with company policies and federal regulations.
- Provides information to requester that includes communication of procurement actions or status and assists with special requirements.
- Adheres to Supply Chain Procurement procedures to assure follow‑up and administration of purchase order files.
- Reviews and processes purchase requisitions.
- Contacts suppliers, secures bids and executes purchase orders in accordance with Amentum procedures.
- Evaluates proposals and quotations, determines offer responsiveness, responsibility, and eligibility for award, and performs discussions and negotiations.
- Makes procurement decisions based on best value, price, schedule, and terms.
- Provides pricing in support of Business Development efforts as required.
- Maintains procurement records in accordance with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) guidelines/controls.
- Ensures compliance with FAR/DFARS, Agency‑specific regulations and Amentum policies and procedures for subcontracts and procurement.
- Conducts purchase order file reviews in support of Government audits.
- Supports the goals and objectives of the company as a part of a work group or team member.
- Interfaces and coordinates with suppliers and service providers, as well as Finance, AP, and Program teams. Participation in cross‑functional collaboration.
- Supports small business goals on assigned subcontracts, coordinate with technical staff, maintain records, and participate in small business outreach activities.
- Performs Purchase Order Closeouts.
- Ensures compliance with all site environmental health and safety requirements.
- Any other reasonable duties as requested.
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance (No exceptions—only cleared candidates will be considered.) or Australian Citizen who can obtain the appropriate level of security clearance.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Buyer I
- Undergraduate/Bachelor’s Degree or 1+ years’ equivalent demonstrated experience in Subcontracts, Procurement and Contract Management or Business Administration.
- Two (2) years of experience in procurement or related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills and advanced knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and integrated software applications are required.
- Experience with various subcontract types (Cost‑Plus, Fixed Price, Time & Materials, and subsets thereof).
- Driver’s License.
Buyer II
- Undergraduate/Bachelor’s Degree or 3+ years’ equivalent demonstrated experience in Subcontracts, Procurement and Contract Management or Business Administration.
- Two (2) years of experience in procurement or related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills and advanced knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and integrated software applications are required.
- Experience with various subcontract types (Cost‑Plus, Fixed Price, Time & Materials, and subsets thereof).
- Driver’s License.
WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS, AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The position is desk‑based and sedentary in nature, the ability to lift items up to 5 kg may be required occasionally.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT
It is a condition of employment at JDFPG that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role. The employee will require a Top‑Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Department of Defence Security Clearance (Australian) or TS/SCI (U.S.) clearance.
STATEMENT OF WORK REQUIREMENTS
All personnel assigned to work at JDFPG shall be:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Able to fluently read, write and speak English.
EHS REQUIREMENT
All Amentum personnel are responsible for understanding and complying with all site environmental, health and safety requirements. While Amentum is responsible for providing a protected workplace and is responsible for ensuring compliance with requirements of the JDFPG Handbook, each person is responsible for:
- Completing work tasks in a safe manner.
- Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/or PMO/EHS Manager.
- Continuous adherence to the environmental, health and safety procedures outlined in the JDFPG Handbook during the performance of their work.
- Red‑Carding a Job – Employee right and responsibility to “STOP WORK” if a job is unsafe or poses a danger to the environment.
QUALITY REQUIREMENT
Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Program and carry out job activities in compliance with the Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE
Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to their job.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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