Description

Reliance Test & Technology


Job Title: SENIOR BUYER

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Location: Eglin AFB, FL, US 32542

Job Type: Full-time

Education: Associate's Degree

Career Level: Senior

Category: Administrative/Clerical

Job Description:

SENIOR BUYER

Contracts & Procurement

Eglin AFB

Open Position Request Number R-AA-25

CLASSIFICATION: Senior Buyer

GRADE: Exempt; Regular Full-time

LOCATION: Bldg. 955, Eglin AFB, FL

POSTING DATE: Available to Internal Applicants and External Applicants (07/15/2025)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist Procurement Analyst with market research, developing RFQ/RFP packages. Order administration & closeout -Write Purchase Orders and Justification Documents. Organize and implement strategies to accomplish Small Business and Disadvantaged Plan goals.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and (DFARS) is highly desired.
• Personal computer skills related to purchasing and associated software, are desired; Costpoint experience is desirable.
• Excellent written, verbal and electronic communication.
• Must be able to use independent judgment to make decisions and a self starter.
• Requires high level of professionalism and work ethics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the procurement process.
• Experience evaluating and negotiating FAR 12 and/or FAR 15 proposals.
• Working knowledge of standard contract types. CAC holder would be beneficial.
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFP), conducts bidders conferences, develops evaluation criteria, evaluate suppliers' proposals, negotiate internal customer and supplier requirements, selects and/or recommends suppliers.
• Create purchase order documentation to include Justification & Approval (J&A) to align with company policies and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), regulatory requirements and administers the resulting purchase order (PO).
• Identify, evaluate, and select qualified suppliers to ensure on time delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance and oversee the purchasing process from requisition to delivery.
• Organize and implement strategies to accomplish Small Business and Disadvantaged Plan goals.
• Resolve contractual issues pre and post award to include funding, delivery, and any discrepancy concerning the award.

Job Requirements:

OTHER DUTIES: Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as necessary to support contract/mission support requirements in job-related areas.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in business related field is desired
• Minimum of 10 years procurement buying experience
• Excellent organizational and communications skills are required (verbal and written)
• Excellent typing and data entry skills are required
• Must be able to use independent judgment to make decisions
• Must be a self-starter that is able to multi-task

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance. Supports E-OMS operational objectives. All selected candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation and drug test as a condition of placement into this position. Observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work activities are normally performed in an environmentally controlled area in an office setting on Eglin AFB, FL.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position will be subject to substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must be able to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; and requires very little lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials and require very little lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials. May require sitting for long periods of time.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is proud to be an Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws or protected class.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Any person with a disability needing special accommodation for the application process please contact Human Resources.

Applicants must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase. Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance.

Reliance Test & Technology is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call the RT&T Human Resources Department at (850) 418-0155.

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