Buyer

About the role

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a full‑time Buyer who will manage the complete procurement cycle, from initiating and reviewing purchase requests to coordinating quotes, bids, proposals, and orders. The role includes preparing supporting documentation to meet Small Business Subcontracting Plans when required and ensuring all activities comply with Institute policies, procurement codes, and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, review, and coordinate purchase requests, requests for quotes, bids, proposals, and orders.
• Prepare and maintain procurement documentation to satisfy Small Business Subcontracting Plans and other compliance requirements.
• Ensure all procurement actions adhere to Institute policies, procedures, and applicable procurement codes and guidelines.
• Apply knowledge of FAR and commercial purchasing requirements to daily activities.
• Interpret and apply laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and procedures governing private non‑profit procurement.
• Communicate professionally in writing and verbally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Utilize advanced Excel and Word skills and learn department‑specific computer systems as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a directly related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 2–4 years of progressive buyer experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of technical and legal aspects of procurement, including FAR and commercial purchasing requirements.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and apply procurement laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Superior professional‑level written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and customer‑service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a wide variety of tasks simultaneously while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Capability to work both independently and as part of a team, maintaining confidentiality.
• Professional‑level computer skills with advanced experience in Excel and Word; ability to learn new systems.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident required to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force Base (KAFB).
• Successful completion of a post‑offer background check, credit check, and ability to maintain KAFB access.

Physical Requirements

• Work performed in office, occasional laboratory, and outdoor settings.
• Operate standard office equipment; frequent standing, walking, sitting, kneeling.
• Lift/carry/push/pull objects up to 10 lb.
• Perform repetitive motions and desk‑based computer tasks.
• Occasional proximity to environments containing research animals.
• Reasonable accommodations provided for employees with disabilities.