Senior Buyer

ASRC Federal is seeking a Senior Buyer to support procurement activities for the U.S. Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC). This position will report directly to the ASRC Federal Procurement team and will operate in close coordination with project and technical staff supporting GVSC programs. The role may be based in Sterling Heights, MI or Reston, VA and will function in a hybrid work environment.    Work location:  Hybrid (candidate must be located in Sterling Height, MI or Reston, VA)    Summary: The Senior Buyer is responsible for executing a wide range of Federal procurement actions in support of GVSC requirements. Working under the direction of the ASRC Federal Procurement organization, this role ensures compliant, timely, and cost- effective purchasing of materials, supplies, equipment, and services in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), contract requirements, and internal ASRC Federal policies.    This position does not supervise staff and does not prepare work schedules or person hour estimates.    Key Responsibilities  Review and analyze Purchase Requisitions (PRs) for accuracy, authorization, specifications, delivery requirements, and compliance with contract and FAR requirements.  Perform proactive sourcing to identify qualified suppliers, improve lead times, reduce costs, and enhance supply chain reliability.  Develop and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to qualified suppliers; evaluate supplier responses for price, delivery, technical compliance, and risk.  Award and administer Purchase Orders (POs) for materials, equipment, supplies, and commercial services in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and ASRC Federal procurement procedures.  Conduct price analysis and determine fair and reasonable pricing; document all analysis and procurement decisions in accordance with Federal and corporate standards.  Maintain fully compliant procurement files, ensuring documentation meets all Government and internal audit requirements.  Track and manage the status of open POs; communicate updates to internal stakeholders and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or supplier performance.  Coordinate with suppliers to follow up on overdue deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and support continuous improvement in supplier performance.  Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Project Control Analsysts to reconcile invoices, resolve discrepancies, and process PO modifications for credits, returns, or scope changes.  Utilize Costpoint and other procurement systems to process requisitions, issue POs, track shipments, and maintain procurement records.  Maintain effective communication with internal customers to ensure procurement actions align with program schedules and technical requirements.  Support reporting requirements for procurement status, open actions, and compliance metrics to ASRC Federal Procurement leadership.    Requirements  Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.  4+ years of relevant procurement experience, including Federal procurement.  3–5 years of experience executing FAR based purchases, including documentation, compliance, and audit ready file management.  Experience with USG commercial purchasing procedures and supplier sourcing.  Ability to execute a multitude of procurement instruments (BOAs, POs, etc).  Knowledge of supply sources and ability to identify and qualify vendors.    Preferred Qualifications  Familiarity with Government approved purchasing systems and compliant procurement workflows.  Experience using Deltek Costpoint for procurement, receiving, and PO administration.  Strong time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing deadlines.  Knowledge of the automotive industry, including relevant suppliers, materials, and manufacturing support vendors.  Demonstrated ability in term negotiation, including pricing, delivery, and contractual terms.    Clearance Requirements  Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national and able to pass background checks.  Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.