Responsible for managing all affairs between GDLS and suppliers/subcontractors for various types of subcontracts/Purchase Orders including both, fixed price and cost reimbursement. Duties include: - Responsible for managing all affairs relative to the position of Procurement Buyer. - Analysis of Oracle system material needs. - Solicitation and preparation of Request for Quotes (RFQ's), Requests for Proposals (RFP's), and Request for Information (RFI's). - Cost analysis of proposals. - Price analysis of quotes. - Proposal fact finding. - Negotiate proposals and offers to meet program and cost targets. - Purchase Order preparation, placement and continued administration/monitoring to assure subcontractor compliance. - Administer subcontracts/purchase orders, control costs and assure on-time delivery to support program requirements. - Buying which includes analysis of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) needs. - Serve as the focal point between the suppliers and GDLS functional departments/program offices - Manage Quality, Design, Payment issues with subcontractors. - Coordinate "Source Selection" process. - Ensure GDLS compliance with applicable procurement laws and regulations. - Administration of purchase orders via communication & on site program reviews. - Review and access all planning to assure subcontracts/purchase orders are placed within Vendor lead-time.

• Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in a business area of study. Supply Chain Management preferred.
• Ability to use Oracle system & associated computer systems.
• Experience in cost and price analysis and write-ups.
• Ability to negotiate.
• Occasional domestic travel.
• Possible International travel.
• Strong communication (oral & written) and problem solving skills.
• Strong problem solving and program management skills.
• Excellent business acumen.
• Work in a team environment to meet team objectives and performance metrics.
• Perform under pressure to meet deadlines, provide timely updates, and communicate status with all parties involved.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & the Internet business applications are desired but are not mandated.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, systems and MRP.
• Ability to multi-task and proper management of work day and buying deck.
• Ability to obtain a US security clearance if required.

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