Job description
At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.
Two Six Technologies is seeking a Buyer who will thrive in a dynamic, agile organization. In this role, you will manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services that are critical to delivering innovative, mission-driven technology solutions. The position requires compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and internal company policies, while also driving cost-effective and timely acquisitions. You will lead strategic sourcing efforts, negotiate with suppliers, and maintain strong vendor relationships, collaborating closely with program, engineering, contracts, and finance teams.
The ideal candidate combines a passion for supporting national security and advanced technology with the precision and diligence needed to operate in a regulated federal contracting environment.
This is a remote position with travel to our Arlington, VA and Herndon, VA main offices as needed.
What You Will Do:
- Procurement & Acquisition Planning: Apply procurement techniques to support acquisition planning and strategies for materials, software, and services necessary for on-going operations.
- Strategic Advising: Serve as a business advisor to internal customers, providing alternative solutions to requested items when such solutions offer benefits like enhanced performance, cost savings, or improved scheduling.
- Sourcing & Vendor Management: Develop sourcing lists for various commodities to support the development of Requests for Information (RFI), Quotations (RFQ), and Proposals (RFP).
- Negotiation: Skillfully negotiate procurement details, including pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, quality standards, and terms and conditions to secure cost savings and minimize risks.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain a working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and work with management and internal compliance auditors to ensure compliance and efficiency in procurement operations. Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records for audits and reporting purposes.
- Cost & Price Analysis: Conduct supplier cost management, foster competition, and perform price analysis to ensure fair and reasonable pricing. Analyze data and determine factors that affect prices and determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.
- Purchase Order Administration: Manage purchase order administration and file maintenance, from solicitation to closeout by collaboration with internal functions (i.e., Receiving, Government Property, Finance).
- Communication and Responsiveness: Effectively communicate with stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring clear, timely, and professional interactions. Promptly address inquiries, resolve issues, and provide updates to maintain strong relationships and support procurement objectives.
What You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience and professional training
- 3+ years of relevant experience supporting Federal contracts
- Proven experience in managing strategic purchasing agreements and handling complex negotiations
- Familiarity with FAR clauses and contractual requirements
Nice If You Have:
- Experience with SAP Ariba or comparable P2P system
- Experience working in a CPSR compliant environment
- Experience with report generating and analysis
- Familiar with negotiating single and multi-year SAAS agreements
Security clearance needed:
The ability to obtain and maintain a high level government security clearance
Join a dynamic team where your skills in procurement, strategic sourcing, and negotiations will drive success in our growing business!
Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.
The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.
Salary Range
$69,900—$90,000 USD
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Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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