Buyer I
About the role
Execute procurements for materials, equipment, and services using competitive and non‑competitive methods in support of NASA's COSMOS mission operations contract. Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and purchase orders while conducting price and cost analysis to ensure timely delivery. Negotiate with suppliers, evaluate supplier performance, and resolve delivery or quality issues while maintaining audit‑ready documentation and procurement files. Track milestones to meet project schedules and coordinate with government and contractor personnel under tight deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and purchase orders.
- Conduct price and cost analysis to ensure timely delivery.
- Negotiate with suppliers and evaluate supplier performance.
- Resolve delivery or quality issues and maintain audit‑ready documentation.
- Track project milestones to meet schedule requirements.
- Coordinate with government and contractor personnel under tight deadlines.
Required Qualifications
- HS Diploma (or GED) and 7 years of general experience.
- Associate's degree and 5 years of general experience.
- Bachelor's/Master's degree and 3 years of general experience.
- 3 years of direct experience in supply chain fields.
- Must be able to obtain a NASA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Badge for NASA credentials.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and government procurements.
- Experience with Office 365 tools.
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint Materials Module.
Compensation Details
$82,000.00 (estimated base salary; actual compensation may vary based on responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable laws).
Benefits Overview
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax‑saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance