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Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. has a current job opening for a full time Buyer II in Portsmouth, VA.

Job Summary: Compiles information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services.

Responsibilities:

+ Purchases a high volume and variety of generally routine or low-mid dollar materials, supplies, and services to support program requirements in accordance with corporate policies and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

+ Receives approved Purchase Requisitions and identifies potential supply sources.

+ Works with program managers and/or contract managers to develop vendor specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials and equipment.

+ Prepares and transmits Request for Quotations (RFQ) to qualified suppliers for competitive bids.

+ Identifies material requirements in drawing bill of materials (BOMs), technical manuals, and bid specifications.

+ Analyzes supplier bids and documents requirements for best price, delivery, quality, performance and service.

+ Performs Price Analysis.

+ Generates sole source justifications.

+ Awards/tracks Purchase Orders to expedite materials and follows-up with suppliers.

+ Processes Return Material Authorizations for rejected materials.

+ Interacts with related departments such as Receiving, Accounts Payable and Program Management to resolve issues and correct discrepancies.

+ Analyzes and evaluates vendor proposals, negotiates prices, delivery, and terms and conditions.

+ Maintains files in accordance with the Procurement & Subcontracts Manual.

+ Initiates and maintains vendor profiles to include annual certifications and representations.

+ Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes.

+ Evaluates suppliers as to production capability, performance and delivery.

+ Performs other duties as assigned in support of project production.

Required Qualifications:

+ High school diploma/equivalent.

+ Five years' buying/purchasing experience.

+ Three year's government procurement experience.

+ APICS Certification or Institute for Supply Management Certification is an advantage.

+ Knowledge of Deltek Cost Point Purchasing Program.

+ Knowledge of FAR/DFAR.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Industrial buying experience.

+ Working knowledge of CPSR requirements.

ADA Notations:

+ Frequent standing, sitting, walking, handling, feeling with hands, reaching with arms.

+ Prolonged sitting and use of computer (typing/keyboarding)

+ Regular communication (hearing/speaking).

+ Occasional stooping, kneeling, and crouching.

+ Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.

+ Vision requirements include: close, distant, color perception, peripheral, depth and ability to focus.

+ Noise conditions range from very quiet to some noise.

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.