Sr Buyer

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Metra Full time

Description

Requirements

1. Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration OR in lieu of specified degree, any combination of education and experience may be substituted for the required degree that equals four (4) years of experience in contracting and procurement services.

2. In addition to #1, must have a minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in contracting, procurement services, including preparing cost and price analyses, or project management.

3. Comprehensive knowledge of procurement and contract administration principles and practices and project management techniques.

4. Working knowledge of various:

local, state, and federal procurement regulations (e.g. Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), etc.). contract types (e.g. fixed price, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ), time and materials, etc.).

5. Knowledge of government procurement requirements such as sealed bids, advertising requirements, and diversity spend targets.

6. Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word and Excel) and knowledge of MS Dynamics ERP system usage or other purchasing applications or procurement-related software.

7. Strong analytical, negotiation and problem-solving.

8. Excellent:

verbal and written communications skills. negotiation and persuasion skills. interpersonal and customer service skills. organizational skills and attention to detail.

9. Ability to:

understand, interpret, and communicate policies, procedures, contract terms and conditions, and regulatory requirements. study market trends, interview vendors, and recommend sources of supply. analyze quotations, select or recommend suppliers, and schedule deliveries. address and resolve complex issues and resolve problems or disputes. work collaboratively both independently and on a team. meet deadlines and work in an environment with shifting priorities, demands, and time lines.

10. Must be willing to travel within Metra’s 6-county region

Preferences

Experience working in a public or transportation industry.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

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