Buyer 1

Torch Technologies seeking a Buyer 1 that will be responsible for cradle to grave procurement of materials equipment supplies and services for the organization to include the required documentation associated with a Government Approved Purchasing will involve working with routine to complex purchase order terms and conditions clauses and other contractual requirements to assist management in dealing with contractual rights and obligations as related to supplier activity; and complying with corporate policies and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) to include oversight of supplier compliance as applicable. In addition the successful candidate will also complete the following:

• Issue requests for quotes/proposals.
• Evaluate and prepare comparative analysis of quotes/offers for best value delivery and other evaluation criteria.
• Issue administer and close out purchase orders through the expediting process.
• Coordinates with the supplier and Torch personnel related to damage claims rejections losses return of materials over shipments cancellations and change orders.
• Assist with evaluation of approved suppliers and maintain supplier profile data.
• Engage in negotiations with suppliers to obtain best value for Torch and its customers.
• Create and maintain file documentation in accordance with Torch policies and procedures and DCMA Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.
• Track procurement status and update notes and customers from requisition through delivery.
• Conduct market research as required.
• Prepare and write price cost analysis and document the purchase order file.
• May be responsible for mentoring and training others within the procurement team.

Qualified applicant will have good communication (oral and written) skills and the ability to establish and maintain a close relationship with internal and external customers as well as other administrative departments; and work independently and take a proactive role to assure that items are completed on or ahead of schedule.

• BA/BS Degree or higher in Business Administration Supply Chain Management Contracts/Procurementor related field.
• 0 to2 years of direct experience in procurement or subcontracts managing purchase orders or subcontract actions in support of US Government Prime Contracts is preferred.
• Knowledge of cost and price analysis techniques.
• Experience working with Deltek CostPoint preferred.
• Experience working with FAR &CPSR DoD approved purchasing system preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Experience in an ISO9001 ISO14001and AS9100 environment is a plus.
• Working knowledge of an MRP systems is a plus.
• A CPCM CFCM or advanced procurement-related certification is a plus.
• If applicable abilityto obtain and maintain aDoD security clearance is a requirement.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Job Type:Regular:Full-time

Security Clearance: None

Schedule:M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Torch site

Travel:Yes 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available:No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:No

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment a competitive salary and an excellent comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability flexible spending accounts Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts EAP education assistance paid time off and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age genetic information citizenship ancestry marital status protected veteran status disability status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. Torch Technologies Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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