Buyer / Procurement Specialist

Buyer Procurement Specialist Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to support high-volume procurement operations in a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for purchasing a wide variety of materials, supplies, and services while ensuring competitive pricing, timely delivery, and high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will be a strong negotiator, problem solver, and self-starter capable of working independently to resolve complex purchasing issues.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Purchase a high volume and diverse range of materials, supplies, and services. • Evaluate bids, analyze proposals, and recommend qualified suppliers. • Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, quality requirements, and service terms. • Issue and manage purchase orders through completion. • Follow up on all awards to ensure timely fulfillment. • Resolve supplier-related issues, including: • Damage claims • Rejections and returns • Over-shipments • Cancellations • Engineering changes

• Conduct supplier site visits and evaluate vendors on production capability, performance, and delivery reliability. • Collaborate with engineering, planning, and program teams to resolve procurement challenges. • Support invoicing processes and ensure accurate documentation. • Utilize ERP systems, SAP preferred, for procurement transactions and reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree: 3 years of related experience Masters Degree: 1 year of related experience 4 years of related exempt experience in lieu of Bachelors degree 8 years of non-related exempt experience in lieu of Bachelors degree Apprentice Certificate or Navy Nuclear Power School graduation in lieu of Bachelors degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems. • Background in high-volume or industrial purchasing environments. • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. • Project management experience. • Experience with purchase order placement and invoicing.

Work Environment

Location: Building 600 On-site position, not remote. No travel required. Elevator access available. No Yard-wide access required. No PPE required.