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Assists departments in obtaining pricing and other information from vendors as well as reviews contracts and assists business units in the management of contractual obligations of the vendor to ensure that all terms and conditions are met. Act as SME in support of Procurement, Contract Management, DHA/ VA Contract Modification, Finance and business teams in support of pricing efforts including ROMs, RFIs/ RFPs, contracts, and licensing agreements.

We offer remote work opportunities (AK, AR, AZ, CO, FL, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, NC, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA/DC, WA, WI & WY only).Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!Job Summary Under the direction of the Procurement Manager, the Senior Buyer is responsible for conducting procurements in accordance with internal policy, customer requirements, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), other U.S. Government agency acquisition rules and regulations and U.S. and state public laws and statutes. This individual is responsible for Market Pricing Research, Pricing Post Negotiation Memorandums, Pricing Proposal Evaluations, and other Procurement deliverables which are retained in accordance with Procurement Policy. Partner with Finance, business areas, and leadership to resolve questions associated with accruals, payables and budget. Act as SME in support of Procurement, Contract Management, DHA/ VA Contract Modification, Finance and business teams in support of pricing efforts including ROMs, RFIs/ RFPs, contracts, and licensing agreements.Education & Experience Required: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience • U.S. Citizen • Must receive a favorable Interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation • 5+ years recent experience in Procurement, Purchasing that includes complex procurement tasks such as performing cost analysis, creating sourcing strategies, negotiations and independently resolving issues • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Experience with supplier relationship management Preferred: • 10+ years of handling progressively complex procurement tasks and negotiations Proficiency in procurement and other software (e.g. SAP, SharePoint, Ariba, Agiloft, Oracle Procurement Cloud, Coupa) • Certified as CPSM, CPM or CPPO • FAR knowledge or experience with government purchasingKey Responsibilities • Analyze and document pricing to identify pricing drivers for discreet comparative analysis with other vendors and subcontractors. • Provide reporting to all levels of leadership to determine negotiating strategies and approval process. • Partner with Procurement Manager and Director to negotiate lowest possible price with vendors and subcontractors. • Document all negotiating and compliance factors associated with agreed pricing. • Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of solicitations, evaluations of proposals, support of complex negotiations and executing awards, while assessing risk and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. • Communicate with suppliers to obtain ROMs, quotes, execute orders via Purchase order or SOW, and track delivery schedules. • Create, process, monitor and drive timely purchase orders and SOWs to ensure accuracy and timely fulfillment. • Research suppliers, products, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and reliable sources. • Ensure purchases align with company policies, budgets, and regulatory requirements (e.g. FAR and DFARS). • Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier interactions in procurement systems. • Work with internal departments to understand purchasing needs, budgetary constraints, and provide timely support. • Assists departments in obtaining pricing and other information from vendors as well as reviews contracts and assists business units in the management of contractual obligations of the vendor to ensure that all terms and conditions are met. • Prepares formal Request for Proposal/Quotations and documentation to support vendor selection. • Prepares and disseminates information regarding contract status, modifications, etc. • Maintains logs of expiration notifications produced by the system; documents business unit feedback in contract management system. • May conduct research to support contract audit and or facilitate business unit contracting trends. • Responds to complex inquiries regarding contract financial terms, revisions, and amendments. • Communicates contract management policy and practice to internal business units. • Responsible for consultation and escalation to business unit and/or VP on issues which are not solved satisfactorily in a timely manner. • May participate in development of less complex business alliances and partnering agreements. • Maintains desk procedures and business unit reference guides as necessary. .: • Acts as liaison between Legal, Contract Management, Finance, and Business departments. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Regular and reliable attendance is required.Competencies Communication / People Skills: Ability to negotiate, influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate. Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications. Coping / Flexibility: Resiliency in adapting to a variety of situations and individuals while maintaining a sense of purpose and mature problem-solving approach. Multi-Tasking / Time Management: Prioritize and manage actions to meet changing deadlines and requirements within a high volume, high stress environment. Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented. Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; has a realistic understanding of relevant issues. Technical Skills: Knowledge of corporate policies and procedures; knowledge of contracting concepts and Federal Acquisition Regulations; analytical and communication skills.Working Conditions Working Conditions: • Works within an office environment with minimal travel requiredCompany Overview Taking Care of Our Nation's Heroes. It's Who We Are. It's What We Do. Do you have a passion for serving those who served? Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We're On a Mission to Serve®! Our job is to make sure that America's heroes get connected to health care in the community. At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we've proudly been on that important mission since 1996.BenefitsWe're more than just a health care company. We're passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes: <ul><li> Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage </li><li> Paid time off </li><li> 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching) </li><li> Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance </li><li> Tuition reimbursement </li><li> Paid volunteer time </li></ul> TriWest job postings typically include a salary range, which can vary based on the specific role and location, but generally this position ranges from around $76,000 - $85,000 per year.Equal Employment OpportunityTriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that supports diversity at every organizational level, and we highly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions based on merit and without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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TriWest Healthcare Alliance

Senior Buyer

Accounts Payable

Acquisition Regulations

Adjudication

Agiloft

Analysis Skills

Ariba

Background Investigation

Bid Analysis

Budgeting

Business Development

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

Cloud Computing

Communication Skills

Community Health

Comparative Analysis

Computer Skills

Contract Management

Contract Requirements

Contract Review

Corporate Policies

Cost Analysis

Cost Control

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)

Detail Oriented

Diversity

Establish Priorities

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

Federal Contracts

Finance

Government

Government Acquisitions

Government Contracts

Healthcare

Internet Application

Interpersonal Skills

Intranet

Leadership

Legal

License Agreements

Market Research

Market Trend Analysis

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Product Family

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Word

Multitasking

Needs Assessment

Negotiation Skills

Oracle

Organizational Skills

Pricing

Problem Solving Skills

Process Analysis

Process Development

Procurement Management

Procurement Software

Purchase Orders

Purchasing/Procurement

Record Keeping

Regulatory Requirements

Reporting Skills

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Research Contracts

Research Skills

Risk Analysis

Sourcing Strategy

State Laws and Regulations

Statement of Work (SOW)

Strategic Planning

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Supply Chain

Support Documentation

Team Player

Time Management

Trend Analysis

United States Citizen

United States Department of Defense (DoD)

Vendor/Supplier Evaluation

Vendor/Supplier Relations

Vendor/Supplier Selection

Willing to Travel

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