Buyer IV (Engineering Tech IV) San Diego

PCSI is looking for a Buyer (Engineering Tech IV) at SWRMC- LLTM! Compile requests for materials, prepare and issue purchase orders, keep track of purchases and supplies, and handle inquiries about orders. Prepare solicitations, evaluate bids from potential suppliers, and execute the procurement action.  May interview potential suppliers by telephone or face-to-face to check on prices and specifications and thereby put together spreadsheets with price comparisons and other facts about each supplier.  This position will report to the Procurement Supervisor and is based at SWRMC-LLTM in San Diego. Typical work days are Monday-Friday from 7:00am-3:30pm.

PCSI is an AbilityOne employer—as such, individuals and veterans with disabilities may be prioritized based on role. Documentation may be required.   

Benefits Include:

• Base pay of $32.53 an hour plus $5.09 for health and welfare.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other coverage: employer contribution offered to cover employee-only tier.
• Paid vacation and sick time, in addition to Federal Holidays
• 401k plan with matching on contributions up to 6%.

Who We Are:

PCSI is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through employment, advocacy, and partnerships. We vet, prepare, lead, and sustain a skilled workforce that provides top-tier services at job sites across the country. Our areas of expertise are wide and diverse; total facilities maintenance, hospital environmental services, custodial and grounds, disability awareness training, job coaching, and job placement are just a few. We integrate people with disabilities and veterans into meaningful jobs with competitive wages and benefits. Serving people of all abilities in their life’s journey is at the heart of what we do.

What You'll Do as Buyer (Engineering Tech IV):

• Compile requests for materials, prepare and issue purchase orders, keep track of purchases and supplies, and handle inquiries about orders.
• Prepare solicitations, evaluate bids from potential suppliers, and execute the procurement action. 
• May interview potential suppliers by telephone or face-to-face to check on prices and specifications and thereby put together spreadsheets with price comparisons and other facts about each supplier.
• Expedite deliveries, track orders and document delays of receipts.
• Direct communication with requestor’s regarding all aspects of their request.  
• Resolve any supplier questions. Reconciliation of purchase orders with items or services received notification to vendors/suppliers when invoices are not received timely and validation of invoices to purchase orders or subcontracts.
• Reports to and receives assignments, instructions and directions from the Procurement Manager and Project Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You'll Need to Be Successful:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years related technical or practical experience required relating to procurement or material control.
• Requires extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and PC functions, procurement/inventory software.
• General knowledge of Navy procurement operations is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple assignments concurrently.
• Demonstrated ability for long-term planning.
• Must possess the ability to develop a positive working relationship with customers and employees.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass criminal, financial, drug, and driving screening.
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather as needed and be exposed to various dirt, debris, and odors.
• Ability to respond to after-hour emergency calls as determined by the Contracting Office Representative (COR).
• Ability to work any time or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to travel up to 25% locally.
• Ability to be insured as an authorized driver for the Company.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record.

 All veterans and/or persons with all types of disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply!