Supply Chain -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

• Bachelor's Degree + 3 years of related experience, OR

• Master's Degree + 1 year of related experience, OR

• 4 years of related exempt experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree, OR

• 8 years of non-related exempt experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree, OR

• Apprentice Certificate or Navy Nuclear Power School graduation in lieu of Bachelor's 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 Yardwide access required

• No PPE required