Experienced Buyer / Procurement (Supply Chain) Business Professional - Schenectady, NY
Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc.

Location: Schenectady, NY

Job Title: Experienced Buyer / Procurement (Supply Chain) Business Professional

Career Level: Senior Professional

Status: Full Time

Job Code: 04PPCN

Annual Salary Range: $74,796 - $114,432

*Salary commensurate with experience.

Summary

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is seeking an experienced Buyer / Procurement (Supply Chain) Business Professionals for its Schenectady, NY location. We have multiple openings for senior-level experienced candidates. You will primarily perform your work at BPMI's Schenectady, NY office, with the ability to work a hybrid schedule, teleworking on an as-needed basis, depending on personal and business needs.

The Buyer / Procurement (Supply Chain) Business Professional is responsible for performing contract functions which provide for budgeting, negotiation, placement, administration, and close out of contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and Government specifications. The individual should possess the following attributes to complete the essential duties: questioning attitude, strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple competing priorities, complete work efforts in accordance with established schedules and team effectively with peers and management.

Essential Duties:

• Prepare input and analyses for budgets. Prime Contract proposals, and post award financial assessments. Develop estimates to support budgetary forecasts and/or acquisitions in accordance with estimating requirements.
• Develop acquisition strategy, including risk assessments, and submit for approval, as required. Create realistic milestone schedules leading to purchase order placement that will support the company needs.
• Prepare and issue requests for proposal for solicitations, perform proposal openings, and conduct detailed analysis of supplier proposals. Resolve all technical and administrative issues identified by the Supplier within their proposal. Work with Government auditors as necessary.
• Prepare for and conduct purchase order negotiations.
• Write a formal recommendation to justify the price and/or cost, discuss the contract delivery dates to ensuring needs will be met, and to discuss the recommended supplier ensuring they are technically capable to provide a quality product in accordance with all contractual requirements. This recommendation may be submitted for Government approval, if required.
• Perform post-placement contract administration, including but not limited to the following: continuous communication with supplier, negotiating and placing purchase order amendments, proactively following contract line items and special contact clauses, processing supplier shipping documents and invoices, preparing reports as needed to support requirements and/or stakeholders requests, and closing the purchase order in a timely manner.
• Develop strong relationships with supplier counterparts, including management and maintain open communication with supplier lead BPMI contract professional. Gain knowledge of supplier operations, supply chain vulnerabilities and performance (e.g. financial, delivery, etc.).
• Input and reconcile data and/or information across various data systems, when applicable, including but not limited to budgeting, procurement scheduling, estimating, and logistics systems.
• Team with engineering counterparts, management, and operations departments, including supplier security, procurement operations, fleet support and logistics, quality, and finance, to effectively, efficiently, and productively execute contract requirements.
• Lead formal or informal teams chartered to evaluate procedures, perform process reviews, and perform complex audits. Identify, lead, and implement complex process improvements, acting as a positive change agent.

What You Can Expect:

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to the United States Navy and global security.
• Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work-life balance fostered through flexible work opportunities and wellness initiatives.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business management/administration or equivalent education from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of six (6) years of relevant business experience.
• Fourteen (14) or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years of experience requirements.
• Requires a security clearance, however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.
• Requires US Citizenship due to security clearance requirements.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications desired.
• Demonstrates strong oral and writing skills preferred.
• Understanding of purchasing, project management, supply chain and other general business skills preferred.
• At least three (3) years of procurement experience.

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a project engineering organization supporting the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. BPMI provides design, manufacturing, and supply chain management of the fabrication, testing, delivery, installation, and field support of nuclear power plant components installed in submarines and aircraft carriers. In addition, BPMI provides upgraded replacement components in support of refueling and overhaul activities, and aids in the ultimate storage and disposition of spent naval fuel. BPMI also delivers information technology and operational solutions to the Nuclear Navy, enabling them to fulfill their critical mission.

BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

BPMI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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