Buyer II

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science security and sustainability. Headquartered in Chantilly Virginia we have approximately 50000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.Amentum is seeking a Buyer II to join our Team This position is located in Northern Virginia. Under general direction purchases a high volume and variety of materials supplies and services to support direct program requirements. Responsible for all aspects of the procurement cycle cradle-to-grave. Manages strategic agreements established by the corporate commodities team. Responsible for complying with Global Supply Chain policies procedures and underlying federal state andor local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods materials or services. May be assigned higher value or higher complexity tasks with oversight from more senior level staff. The Buyer will apply sound procurement techniques to support acquisition planning acquisition strategies and subsequent acquisition of materials and simple services to support prime contract operations for DoD DoE DoJ and other federal agencies. The successful candidate will accomplish these objectives through daily competent performance of the following duties. This position requires US CitizenshipJob DutiesApply sound procurement techniques to support acquisition planning acquisition strategies and subsequent acquisition of materials and simple services.Maintain a working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations and standard commercial procurement practices.Review purchase requisitions for clarity compliance detail completeness and obtain additional information considered necessary.Develop sourcing lists for various commodities to support the development of requests for information RFIs quotations RFQs proposals RFPs and invitations to bid.Qualify potential suppliers.Review solicitation responses and perform relevant analyses to include price and cost Statement of Work compliance delivery terms payment terms and other terms and conditions of the procurement.Serve as a business advisor to internal customers providing alternative solutions to requested items when such solution would provide a benefit to the Company i.e. enhanced performance cost savings or positive schedule impact.Negotiate all aspects of procurements to include price payment and delivery terms quality requirements and other factors with suppliers to achieve the best value procurement possible.Generate Purchase Orders in final form for approval and signature.Prepare and manage complete Purchase Order files in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation policies Corporate Procurement guidance and other applicable prime contract requirements to ensure compliance throughout the procurement cycle.Procure using streamlined acquisition methods such as purchase card transactions.Actively manage the procurement process from order placement through receipt of products and subsequent payment of invoices.Actively manage supplier performance through consistent communication to ensure proper adherence to purchase order terms and conditions.Participate in the invoice approval process to ensure that supplier invoices are in accordance with purchase order terms and conditions and resolve issues as necessary.Support proposal development pricing exercisesPlan organize prioritize and perform multiple tasks to execute job functions in an orderly efficient manner.Work professionally in a team environment and independently as necessary.Identify problems analyze alternatives and develop viable recommendations.Read comprehend and interpret written materials of moderate to high complexity.Compose written materials of moderate to high complexity on procurement-related issues.Perform other related duties as required.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesAct with integrity at all times when representing the Company.Must be proficient in basic office software applications such as Word Excel Outlook and Internet Explorer.Must exercise good judgment in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information and adhere to high standards of confidentiality and honesty.Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.QualificationsTypically 3 years purchasing experience in support of a Federal prime contract in a CPSR compliant environment with a A BABS in Business Supply Chain Management or a related discipline is required. Equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.Experience managing strategic purchasing agreements i.e. blanket purchase agreementsExperience in the CostPoint ERP platform is desired.Minimum travel may be required to other locations up to 10US Citizenship is required.TSSCI with Poly preferred but will consider a SECRET at minimum for the ideal candidate with the willingness to upgrade Compensation Details88k - 110k The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.Benefits OverviewOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings includeHealth dental and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits including 401k matchingEducational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement CBA the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act SCA or other employment contracts may include different provisionsbenefits. Original Posting11042026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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