Job: Technology Purchasing Agent

Jobing Description

FAST FORWARD TO YOUR FUTURE

When you work at Battelle, you are plugged into a powerful network of people who are solving the world s energy concerns, improving our national security and contributing to the health and well being of our nation s citizens. Since 1929, Battelle has been delivering innovative products and solutions and is an important social partner in building tomorrow s technology workforce by investing millions annually in science education and community service. Are you ready to Fast Forward Your Future?

We are currently seeking a Purchasing Agent. This position located in Columbus, Ohio.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

-Procures services and materials of a moderate dollar value, risk and complexity in accordance with corporate policies and procedures and within government laws and regulations.

-Ensures fair and reasonable prices and prompt deliveries from responsible suppliers in a competitive atmosphere.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

-Reviews requisitions for accuracy and completeness, identifies and selects sources, seeks competition, evaluates bids, and negotiates as necessary the purchase orders for goods and services in assigned commodity.

-Manages and places purchase orders within assigned commodity. Issues RFQ s and obtains quotes for standard products and services in support of new business proposals and on-going projects; makes recommendations for supplier/order selection and order placement.

-Identifies and develops new sources of supply for Battelle requirements or potential requirements with special emphasis on utilizing small, small-disadvantaged, minority-owned and women-owned businesses.

-Develops and maintains supplier relationships. Performs supplier site visits and performs supplier evaluations where required.

-Recommends sources of supply to users/technical staff utilizing market knowledge, experience, special purchasing resource files, etc. Assists in identifying of alternate sources of supply; works effectively with project staff to accomplish consolidated supply agreements that meet project requirements (price, terms, schedule, quality and availability).

-Reviews procurement activity to ensure that buying is reappraised on a competitive basis, and is consistent with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR's), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), other regulations and laws, generally accepted business practices, ethics, etc. Maintains order files in an audit-ready condition and conforms to standard practices and Battelle operating procedures.

-Negotiates adjustments with vendors, requisitioners, accounting, etc., to mitigate risks and optimize profitability. Expedites/resolves delivery order or schedule problems with suppliers to meet the needs of the Battelle project or business group. Develops solutions to supplier delivery problems.

-Advises Lead Purchasing Agent and/or Purchasing Manager of market, technical and administrative trends and problems within assigned area. Resolves problems with accounting on supplier invoice payment issues, as required

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

-Requires a Bachelor s degree or equivalent related experience.

-Experience in business, purchasing and/or materials/supply management.

-Requires some knowledge and experience in procurement, supply management and UCC/Federal Acquisition regulations.

-Knowledge of business principles in areas such as supply chain management, purchasing, business and contracts law, finance, accounting and standard operating procedures.

-Independently able to execute basic purchasing responsibilities and resolve problems of low to moderate complexity with suppliers and supported client staff.

BENEFITS

Battelle s competitive benefits program includes comprehensive medical and dental care, matching 401K, employee pension, tuition reimbursement, work/life balance, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and other benefits that help provide financial protection for you and your family.

Battelle is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or sexual orientation. For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers.