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We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improvesecurity, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.\nResponsibilities\nWhat You'll Do:\nA Level 3 Buyer (Senior Buyer) will buy and administer purchase orders for various V2X Programs, which may involve both foreign and domestic subcontractors. This position will execute and administer various types of Purchase Orders (POs) through close-out, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures, legal guidelines, FAR/DFARS clauses, and customer requirements. Work on complex procurement matters in both domestic and contingency locations, and provide Program Management with contractual guidance while exercising sound ethical and professional judgment within a broadly defined best practice and written policy structure. \nResponsible for protecting the legal and financial interests of V2X Systems Corporation during all discussions and interactions with customers and suppliers. Drafts Request for Quotes, determines price reasonableness, leads negotiation efforts with suppliers, and reviews and interprets clauses, PO modifications, agreements, and other legal documents as required. Supports all internal and external audits. Operates under the functional guidance of the Supply Chain organization and the Corporate Purchasing Manual, while coordinating closely with other functional departments.\nKey Responsibilities:\nPurchasing of primarily services, and materials/supplies in support of the HQ site and programs as required. Responsible for the total procurement process - sourcing through closure of purchase order, to include thorough documentation\nPurchases a variety of services, materials, and supplies.\nReviews purchase requisitions and places orders with approved suppliers.\nIdentifies qualified Suppliers to meet program requirements.\nEvaluate bids, select and recommend suppliers, negotiate price, delivery, quality, service and Terms & Conditions.\nFollows up on all awards until completion of the order.\nWorks with Accounts Payable as required, resolving issues on suppliers’ invoices.\nResponsible for all documentation associated with a purchase as required by government and company policies.\nCoach Junior & mid-level Buyers in the Organization.\nPerforms other projects and initiatives as assigned.\nMay be required to travel on Temporary Assignments to Programs both CONUS/OCONUS in support of program and mission requirements.\nQualifications\nMinimum Qualifications:\n Education: BS/BA Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. (One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required)\n\n Experience: Must have 6+ years of professional experience relating to Procurement, subcontracting, purchasing & contract management.\nMust have working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), contract law, purchasing policies and procedures, and the ability to meet with, work with and brief senior management personnel.\nExperience evaluating supplier bids and proposals, including adequacy of proposals subject to far 15.409 and DFARS 252.215-7009.\nProficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.\n\nOther Requirements:U.S. Citizenship\nAbility to obtain a secret clearance\n10%-15% Travel\n\nSkills:Good problem solving, negotiation and organizational skills/techniques, strong communicator, possesses analytical and interpersonal skills.\nAbility to train, lead projects, direct employees.\nCustomer service oriented, detail focused, pro-active behavior, multi-task capability.\nMust be able to communicate clearly both in writing and orally.\nFunctionally skilled in Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.\n\nDesired Skills:\nExperience using SAP (Procurement functions, Business Warehouse, Business Objects)\nAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills (including Pivot Tables, Macros, etc.)\nExperience with Six Sigma and productivity improvement methods/techniques\n\nTechnology:Company issued computer, printer, calculator, phone, copy/scan/fax machine and other general office equipment.\n\nWhat We Bring:\nAt V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.\nThe successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.\nPlease speak with a recruiter for additional information.\nEmployee benefits include the following:Healthcare coverage\nLife insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits\nRetirement plan\nWellness programs\nPaid time off, including holidays\nLearning and Development resources\nEmployee assistance resources\n\nPay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.\nAt V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.\nWhat You'll Do:\nA Level 3 Buyer (Senior Buyer) will buy and administer purchase orders for various V2X Programs, which may involve both foreign and domestic subcontractors. This position will execute and administer various types of Purchase Orders (POs) through close-out, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures, legal guidelines, FAR/DFARS clauses, and customer requirements. Work on complex procurement matters in both domestic and contingency locations, and provide Program Management with contractual guidance while exercising sound ethical and professional judgment within a broadly defined best practice and written policy structure. \nResponsible for protecting the legal and financial interests of V2X Systems Corporation during all discussions and interactions with customers and suppliers. Drafts Request for Quotes, determines price reasonableness, leads negotiation efforts with suppliers, and reviews and interprets clauses, PO modifications, agreements, and other legal documents as required. Supports all internal and external audits. Operates under the functional guidance of the Supply Chain organization and the Corporate Purchasing Manual, while coordinating closely with other functional departments.\nKey Responsibilities:\nPurchasing of primarily services, and materials/supplies in support of the HQ site and programs as required. Responsible for the total procurement process - sourcing through closure of purchase order, to include thorough documentation\nPurchases a variety of services, materials, and supplies.\nReviews purchase requisitions and places orders with approved suppliers.\nIdentifies qualified Suppliers to meet program requirements.\nEvaluate bids, select and recommend suppliers, negotiate price, delivery, quality, service and Terms & Conditions.\nFollows up on all awards until completion of the order.\nWorks with Accounts Payable as required, resolving issues on suppliers’ invoices.\nResponsible for all documentation associated with a purchase as required by government and company policies.\nCoach Junior & mid-level Buyers in the Organization.\nPerforms other projects and initiatives as assigned.\nMay be required to travel on Temporary Assignments to Programs both CONUS/OCONUS in support of program and mission requirements.\nMinimum Qualifications:\n Education: BS/BA Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. 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