Buyer (REMOTE)

Koniag Government ServicesLLC is hiring a Buyer to support its Shared Services Division. The Buyer is responsible for executing procurement activities in support of direct federal programs. This role ensures timely complaint and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services in accordance with prime contract requirements company policies and applicable federal regulations including FAR and DFARS. The Buyer works closely with Operations/Program teams suppliers and internal stakeholders to support successful contract performance. The position is Functions Responsibilities and Duties include but are not limited to:Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in support of federal prime contracts. Source and evaluate vendors to ensure best value quality and delivery timelines. Ensure all procurement actions comply with FAR/DFARS and company procurement policies. Obtain and analyze vendor quotes negotiate pricing and terms when appropriate. Maintain accurate procurement files and documentation to support audits and compliance reviews. Track and manage purchase orders ensuring on-time delivery and resolving delays or discrepancies. Coordinate with program managers project controllers and accounting/finance teams to align procurement activities with project schedules. Support subcontractor and supplier onboarding including required documentation and compliance checks. Assist with the resolution of supplier invoice/payment issues. Identify and mitigate procurement risks that may impact contract performance. Other organizational projects as Experience Knowledge Skills & Abilities: This position requires US Citizenship due to our Federal contractual obligation. Must be a team player willing to ensure projects are completed accurately and in a timely manner. Must have a high attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent written verbal and communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts. Ability to work independently take ownership of tasking and communicate effectively. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications (MS Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint and Outlook) Experience:Requires a bachelors degree in business supply chain management or related discipline and 2-5 years of procurement experience supporting direct federal procurements. Equivalent combinations of education professional training and progressively responsible procurement experience may be considered. Experience working for a Small Business and/or 8(a) ANC is a plus. JAMIS Prime ERP Accounting System experience preferred. Industry-specific training and/or certification is a plus. Familiarity with standard concepts practices and procedures affecting Federal Government Contractor Purchasing Systems and ensuring successful Government review is a plus. Our Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race color religion creed ethnicity sex sexual orientation gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification) national origin or ancestry age disability citizenship military/veteran status marital status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment promotion wages benefits and all other privileges terms and conditions of company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail by calling to request Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical professional and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers employees and native communities. For more information please Opportunity Employer/Veterans/ Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352