Purchasing Agent at Battelle in Columbus

JOB TITLE: Technology Purchasing Agent

JOB APPLY URL: http://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=51ae0424db3de0a18ed4f5a2664ea79b


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.

Battelle: Senior Purchasing Agent

JOB APPLY URL:
http://tinyurl.com/cnnq8em

COMPANY 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, our national security, and the health of our nation. 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 Sr. Purchasing Agent. This position is located in Columbus, Ohio.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews requisitions, identifies and selects sources, negotiates and administers contracts and/or purchase orders for goods and services in assigned area
• Issues RFQ’s and obtains quotes for products and services in support of new business proposals and on-going projects; makes recommendations for most favorable supplier/order selection and order placement
• Recommends sources of supply to users/technical staff
• Supports internal clients in the development of external proposals
• Ensures procurement files are in compliance 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 agreements to mitigate risk and optimize profitability
• Assists in the direction and guidance of less experienced purchasing agents as requested
• Identify and resolve supplier and internal errors that result in invoice discrepancies
• Undertakes assigned projects which require specialized knowledge and/or experience, excellent negotiating skills and the ability to deal with sensitive information
• Attendance is an essential function of this and all positions

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent related experience and at least four years of related experience, advanced coursework in Business Law, Contract Law, and Business Administration is desirable
• Experience as well as knowledge of business principles in areas such as purchasing, materials logistics, business and contracts law, finance, accounting and standard operating procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and functions
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast paced environment
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Negotiation skills including conflict management

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.

INDUSTRY: Aerospace
JOB CATEGORY: Business Development
v2 JOB CATEGORY: Business and Financial Operations
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Employee
FULLTIME/PARTTIME: FULLTIME
JOB PAYMENT:
SALARY RANGE: 0-0
EDUCATION: BACHELORSDEGREE

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COUNTRY: US
STATE/PROVINCE: US-OH
CITY: Columbus
ZIP CODE: 43201
JOB# (REQUISITION NO): 2535