Blue Ridge Job Corps Buyer

Primary Position Objective

Brief Description of Duties

• Captures and coordinates Center purchasing through planning and budget control
• Justifies service selections through competitive pricing guidelines in accordance with FAR and Serrato Corporation procurement policies and procedures
• Verifies purchase request terminology and specifications
• Creates statement of work for construction, services, and supplies, including the bidding package
• Compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates, and awards contract to the supplier with the best bid
• Maintains purchase orders, researches potential vendors, and performs other purchasing-related actions using a computer system
• Ensures proper record and file maintenance
• Confers with suppliers regarding late deliveries
• Works towards meeting performance management goals
• Fulfills daily responsibilities within CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system
• Evaluates personnel under his/her management and makes recommendations regarding disciplinary actions, promotions, and/or merit increases
• Maintains adherence to property control policies and procedures
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), Serrato policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
• Demonstrates and abides by Serrato Corporation's core values and operating principles
• Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate Career Success Standards
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement
• Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
• Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat
• Strong negotiation skills, analytical skills, and decision-making skills
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all input
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with vendors

Experience

• One-year purchasing, marketing, sales, or related experience required
• One-year supervisory experience preferred

Education

• Associate's degree in business, finance, marketing, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and training
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Certificates/Licenses/Registration

• Valid State Driver's License

Benefits Offered

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs Available

Disclaimer

• Serrato Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• Serrato Corporation conducts background checks and drug screens