Buyer II

Summary Of Responsibilities

Purchases a high volume and variety of materials, supplies and services.
Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service.
Follows up on all awards until completion of order.
Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, cancellations and engineering changes.
Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• To Manage Subcontracts and provide direction/guidance for the Purchasing Department.
• To Assist Buyers in determining priorities for materials and services in support of US Government and Commercial customers.
• To Create Requests for Proposals (RFP) in support of Programs in response to customer requirements.
• To Represent the Company in negotiations.
• To Place calls or Releases against Subcontracts and track performance against Prime Contracts.
• To Review System for receipt of units. Once found, place the order, enter the Purchase Order (PO), print a hardcopy, and ensure the Acknowledgements.
• To Support Programs and Operations with Prices, Sources, and turnaround time as needed to further and increase the business base.
• To Perform all the duties of a Buyer as needed to support the Company.
• To Maintain all documentation to support Subcontracts and current status on units being repaired at Subcontracts.

Knowledge (Education/License/Certification, Prior Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 to 4 years of experience
  or Associate’s degree with 4 to 6 years of experience.
• Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):
  To understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation System (FARS) and have the ability to differentiate between FARS and the acquisition of commercial items.
  To have an understanding of the electronic commerce.
  To know the Standards of Conduct expected - Procurement integrity, Ethics, and Improper Business Practices.
  To understand the needs and methods to qualify a Supplier.
  To have the ability to conduct and document market research.
  To master simplified acquisition procedures.
  To be able to put together a solicitation using the Uniform Contract Format.
  To have the ability to use the processes and techniques to analyze cost and pricing data submitted.
  To possess the knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them.

Skills And Abilities

• To understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation System (FARS) and have the ability to differentiate between FARS and the acquisition of commercial items.
• To have an understanding of the electronic commerce.
• To know the Standards of Conduct expected - Procurement integrity, Ethics, and Improper Business Practices.
• To understand the needs and methods to qualify a Supplier.
• To have the ability to conduct and document market research.
• To master simplified acquisition procedures.
• To be able to put together a solicitation using the Uniform Contract Format.
• To have the ability to use the processes and techniques to analyze cost and pricing data submitted.
• To possess the knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them.

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Generous Employee Referral Program.
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.

Pay

Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future.

Schedule

Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off.

Benefits

• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Generous Employee Referral Program.
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 to 4 years of experience
  or Associate’s degree with 4 to 6 years of experience.
• Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):
  To understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation System (FARS) and have the ability to differentiate between FARS and the acquisition of commercial items.
  To have an understanding of the electronic commerce.
  To know the Standards of Conduct expected - Procurement integrity, Ethics, and Improper Business Practices.
  To understand the needs and methods to qualify a Supplier.
  To have the ability to conduct and document market research.
  To master simplified acquisition procedures.
  To be able to put together a solicitation using the Uniform Contract Format.
  To have the ability to use the processes and techniques to analyze cost and pricing data submitted.
  To possess the knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them.

Skills

• To understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation System (FARS) and have the ability to differentiate between FARS and the acquisition of commercial items.
• To have an understanding of the electronic commerce.
• To know the Standards of Conduct expected - Procurement integrity, Ethics, and Improper Business Practices.
• To understand the needs and methods to qualify a Supplier.
• To have the ability to conduct and document market research.
• To master simplified acquisition procedures.
• To be able to put together a solicitation using the Uniform Contract Format.
• To have the ability to use the processes and techniques to analyze cost and pricing data submitted.
• To possess the knowledge of the different types of contracts and when to use them.

Company Information

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC, is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of innovative programs for defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.