Facilities Buyer

• Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support facilities operations, maintenance, and capital improvement projects across company sites
• Ensure facilities program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet the operational needs of the company
• Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal/Requests for Quote, perform price analyses in support of proposals, and develop negotiation strategies for facilities goods and services
• Construct various contracting types for major facilities procurement activities, including service agreements, construction contracts, long-range procurement agreements, and sourcing partnerships
• Take ownership of the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices and resolve issues within this process
• Lead the identification, implementation, negotiation, execution, and management of strategic agreements (i.e., Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)) for facilities categories such as MRO, building services, and equipment
• Support the overall procurement organization's strategic direction and ensure corporate strategic objectives are achieved
• Ensure delivery of facilities materials, equipment, and services that are on time, within budget, and meet quality and safety requirements

• Knowledge and experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably within facilities, MRO, or indirect categories
• Understanding and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• Experience with negotiating and managing multiple contract types, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M), and service-based agreements
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload
• Track record of working in an ambiguous environment and successfully balancing priorities
• Strong analytical skills; data driven with experience in establishing and tracking procurement metrics
• Must have top-notch people and communication skills
• Familiarity with facilities-related compliance and safety standards (e.g., OSHA) and supplier qualification processes
• Ability to read and interpret facilities-related documentation such as statements of work, equipment specifications, and building drawings
• Prior experience purchasing for facilities, real estate, construction, or manufacturing operations
• Experience procuring building services (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), MRO supplies, or capital equipment
• Experience with import/export (ITAR/EAR) regulations

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Facilities Management (FMP/CFM) Certification
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, SharePoint, or CMMS platforms

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