Buyer III, Supply Chain Strategy and Growth

Amentum - Topeka, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Topeka, KS

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Amentum is seeking a Buyer III, Supply Chain Strategy and Growth to join our Team! This position is CONUS remote with minimal travel requirements. Under general direction, the Buyer III will source a high volume and variety of materials, supplies, and services to support proposals. This role is crucial in supporting the Business Development group in obtaining pricing for proposal efforts, establishing Blanket Purchase Agreements when suitable for recurring material requirements, and providing support during the transitions of new prime contracts for Amentum. The Buyer III will assist in the development of procurement strategies, specific supplier strategies, and bid details for new business opportunities. The position requires proposal support experience and the ability to work in a dynamic and demanding environment. The Buyer III will apply sound procurement techniques to support acquisition planning, acquisition strategies, and the subsequent acquisition of materials and simple services. A working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations and standard commercial procurement practices is essential. The role involves developing sourcing lists for various commodities to support the development of requests for information (RFIs), quotations (RFQs), proposals (RFPs), and invitations to bid, as well as completing Bills of Materials (BoMs) in coordination with pricing and business development. In this position, the Buyer III will qualify potential suppliers, review solicitation responses, and perform relevant analyses, including price and cost evaluations, Statement of Work compliance, delivery terms, payment terms, and other procurement conditions. The Buyer will serve as a business advisor to internal customers, providing alternative solutions to requested items that could enhance performance, achieve cost savings, or positively impact schedules. Negotiation skills are critical, as the Buyer will negotiate all aspects of procurements, including price, payment and delivery terms, and quality requirements to achieve the best value procurement possible. Additionally, the Buyer III will coordinate the vetting of potential partners, ensuring suppliers meet the minimum requirements of being an approved supplier. Following guidance from Global Supply Chain, Business Development, and Pricing management teams, the Buyer will obtain pricing, past performance, and technical information from suppliers for Amentum proposals. The role also involves assisting in the development of databases and/or tools that access historical pricing and SOWs to expedite the procurement process, leveraging best practices, and providing guidance on prioritizing efforts to shape competitive bids and overall procurement strategy. The Buyer III must possess the ability to listen, diagnose, and work in a team environment to create solutions, demonstrating effective team-building and negotiation skills while influencing stakeholders with competing interests and maintaining compliance. Other position-related duties may be assigned as requested.

Responsibilities

• Source a high volume and variety of materials, supplies, and services to support proposals.
• Support the Business Development group in obtaining pricing for proposal efforts.
• Establish Blanket Purchase Agreements for recurring material requirements.
• Assist with the development of procurement strategy and specific supplier strategies.
• Develop sourcing lists for various commodities to support RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and invitations to bid.
• Complete Bills of Materials (BoMs) in coordination with pricing and business development.
• Qualify potential suppliers and review solicitation responses.
• Perform relevant analyses including price and cost evaluations, Statement of Work compliance, and delivery terms.
• Serve as a business advisor to internal customers, providing alternative solutions to requested items.
• Negotiate all aspects of procurements including price, payment and delivery terms, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate the vetting of potential partners and ensure suppliers meet minimum requirements.
• Follow guidance from Global Supply Chain, Business Development, and Pricing management teams to obtain pricing and technical information.
• Assist in the development of databases and/or tools for accessing historical pricing and SOWs.
• Leverage best practices and provide guidance on prioritizing efforts for competitive bids and procurement strategy.
• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain Management or a related discipline is required; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years purchasing experience in support of a Federal prime contract in a CPSR compliant environment.
• Experience supporting material sourcing for proposal support.
• Experience managing strategic purchasing agreements (i.e., blanket purchase agreements).
• Proficient in basic office software applications (such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer).
• Ability to exercise good judgment in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Costpoint ERP platform is desired.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a US Government security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a dynamic and demanding environment.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence stakeholders.