Position Title: Buyer
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Buyer opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:- Prepare monthly reports to identify subcontracts that are ready to be closed and start the closeout process, working closely with the Contract Administrator to ensure the subcontract can be closed.
- Prepares weekly reports to identify upcoming and past due PO’s.
- Contact suppliers to status PO to ensure items will be delivered on time, and contact the Contract Administrator of any delays.
- Works with the Shipping/Receiving Department to ensure all items are received incorrectly and in a timely manner.
- Assist with new supplier screening.
- Process small-dollar (P-card) procurement requisitions in support of lab activities.
- Assist with resolving invoicing deficiencies, i.e., match exceptions.
- Any other duties assigned by Procurement Director or Manager.
Job Qualifications:- Experience with successfully developing relationships with internal customers and suppliers.
- High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 5 (five) years of prior related experience or associate degree with a minimum of 4 (four) years of prior related experience OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
- Military experience a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are preferred.
- Experience working in a U. S. Government (DOE or DOD) environment preferred.
- Understanding of warehouse, shipping/receiving, and/or material handling.
- Nuclear or related experience is preferred.
- Strong organizational and verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a team environment at a fast pace.
- Strong communication skills desired.
- The service provider will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.
- Travel Required: 0-5%
Job Details:- Job Type: Contract
- Pay Rate Range: $48-$63/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
- Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
- Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future. #TerraPro