Buyer

Bizzell is a management consulting firm that works with federal state and local governments on domestic and international development programs. Bizzell leverages insights from our subject matter experts to identify and address public health issues youth and workforce development and economic disparities. We use data-driven approaches and offer full-scale global and social impact assessments data analytics and visualization health research and services strategic communication training and technical assistance and institutional support services to help build healthy secure connected and prosperous communities in the United States and around the world.

At Bizzell we are passionate about the work that we do and about the people we positively impact.

Our vision mission and goals truly reflect our desire to make a real difference in this world.

We want to work with people that share our same values and we are hoping this could be you!

What we are looking for: innovation ambition determination and a strong sense of humanitarianism.

In turn we will provide the resources and support you need to get the job done.

The Buyer is responsible for planning and supervising procurement actions for all supplies services and vendor contracts requested in support of center-wide operations in compliance with government regulations corporate policies and Center procedures.

Job Description:

Coordinates Center purchasing through planning and budget control.

Justifies selection of services through competitive pricing guidelines in conjunction with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and The Bizzell Group procurement policies and procedures.

Verifies terminology and specifications of purchase requests.

Creates statement of work for construction services and supplies to include the bidding package.

Compares prices specifications and delivery dates and awards contract to the supplier with the best bid.

Uses computer system to maintain purchase orders research possible vendors and other purchasing-related actions.

Ensures the proper preparation and maintenance of records and files.

Confers with suppliers concerning late deliveries.

Works toward meeting performance management goals.

Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.

Evaluates personnel under his/her management and makes recommendations regarding disciplinary actions promotions and/or merit increases.

Adheres to required property control policies and procedures.

Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.

Complies with all DOL guidelines OFCCP regulation Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) Bizzells policies and procedures Job Corps notices and bulletins and Center policies and procedures.

Demonstrates and abides by The Bizzell Groups 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.

Key Competencies:

Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

Effective communication skills.

Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms the correct interpretation of information.

Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas.

Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others.

Action-oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision-making flexibility and problem-solving.

Implements the key principles of time management task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.

Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.

Continually seek ways to improve employment services provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth.

Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by The Bizzell Groups Healthy Workplace Environment policy.

Acts as a team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals.