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Buyer
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What they do
A Buyer buys products, materials or services needed by a company or organization. Manages inventory and schedule for purchasing, works with vendors and negotiates contracts, monitors quality of supplies and services purchased. May work in farm products, manufacturing, trade or services industries.
$64,931 / year median in Virginia
-7% projected decline
Job Description
General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets. We encourage you to learn more about our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here at NASSCO. Come join our team! We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Purchasing department. This position specifically is located in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for a Buyer. "Onsite Attendance Required". The hours are 6am
- 3pm, Monday
- Friday. Pay Scale $54,600
- $72,800 This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role.
Shift :
ALL Security Clearance :
No Clearance Purchases a variety of low value to high value complex material commodities/equipment and services items to support the repair of ships in accordance with contractual requirements, federal, state, local and company regulations and the Outline of Authority to Act.•POSITION DEMANDS
(Education/Training) Typically has a BA/BS in a related field plus two (2) years directly related experience, or AA/AS plus four (4) years' directly related experience, or eight (8) years' directly related experience.POSITION DEMANDS
(Required Experience) Knowledge required of shipbuilding procedures, technical equipment and materials, pricing structures, material sources, business related mathematical computations, accounting principles, regulatory body requirements and inventory control methods. Skill in interpreting technical documentation, negotiating and familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) required. Exceptionally close liaison with vendors, material planning and engineering is required to ensure timely receipt of satisfactory products/services.•PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Carrying Lifting X Walking Climbing Pulling Must be able to go on vesselsCrawling X Sitting X Visual Requirements:
Crouching X Standing X Hearing Stooping Other:
Kneeling X TalkingWORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Purchasing Manager. Maintains internal contact with Planning, Engineering, Receiving, Integrated Logistic Support and Production Supervision. External contact maintained with manufacturers, suppliers, service vendors, transportation companies and occasionally Government representatives. This position has no direct reports.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare purchase order Requests for Quotation (RFQ's): solicits quotations from vendors.
- Evaluate quotations for materials and supplies; make awards to selected vendors and/or recommend selection and award choices to supervisor. Perform price analysis and documents purchasing decision in accordance with Purchasing Manual.
- Review and write purchase orders; research material specifications.
- Negotiate procurements; handle all correspondence and vendor contact necessary to close out the purchase.
- Resolve internal and vendor material-related problems; rectify invoicing discrepancies.
- Maintain reports and records related to the purchase of materials, supplies, and/or parts.
- Obtain pricing information for estimating as requested in order to ensure accurate and current data for bids.
- Arrange for and verify vendor remedial action on deficiencies related to improperly functioning equipment and/or warranties. Determine and submit back charges to vendor for rework.
- Coordinate all rejected material and ensures replacement of material by direct purchase or vendor replacement.
- Locate alternate sources and / or substitute items when specified material cannot be found or obtained in a timely manner.
- Recommend, as appropriate, adjustments or changes in departmental/company policies and procedures.
- Be aware of NASSCO's "Standards and Business Conduct" and abide by the instructions and guidelines set forth in the standard.
- Other responsibilities and duties as required.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Accountable to the Purchasing Manager for procurement of acceptable materials and services at the best possible price while ensuring timely delivery in support of production. Results are related to the quality and timeliness of achieving project goals and ability to develop, implement, and/or adhere to processes that maximize productiveness and throughput.STANDARD EQUIPMENT ISSUE
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