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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Corporate Senior Buyer to join our team! In this role you will get to purchase materials, equipment, and services on a competitive basis as required by corporate stakeholder needs.

What You'll Be Doing:

Strategic Procurement:

• The Corporate Senior Buyer level applies strategic sourcing principles and is fully qualified to manage complex purchasing activities.

• Typical assignments include procurements for IT software and hardware, physical and cyber security, operations, facilities, human resources, as well as other procurements that support corporate requirements.

• This is the first exempt-level position where the Buyer regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment.

Supplier Identification and Evaluation:

• Research and identify potential suppliers based on factors such as quality, cost, delivery time, and reliability.

• Conduct thorough evaluations of suppliers, including market research, reference checks, and performance assessments.

• Develop and implement supplier scoring and evaluation criteria.

Negotiation and Contract Management:

• Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, including pricing, payment terms, and performance metrics.

• Draft and manage commercial contracts to ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.

• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or concerns.

Cost Reduction and Value Engineering:

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs through strategic sourcing initiatives, such as supplier consolidation, reverse auctions, life-cycle cost evaluation or value engineering.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing strategies and improve overall value.

• Establish procurement baseline and cost savings for purchases.

Supply Chain Risk Management:

• Assess and mitigate supply chain risks, such as disruptions, quality issues, or geopolitical events.

• Develop contingency plans and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure business continuity.

Supplier Small Business and Sustainability:

• Promote supplier small businesses and sustainability initiatives, ensuring that the organization sources from a wide range of suppliers.

• Implement strategies to reduce the environmental impact of the supply chain.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect and analyze data on supplier performance, costs, and market trends.

• Prepare regular reports and presentations to inform decision-making and track progress.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Economics or related field (or equivalent) with 5+ years of related work experience, or an Associate's Degree in Business Administration or Economics or related field (or equivalent) with 10+ years of related work experience.

• Basic purchasing knowledge and good written and oral communications skills

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• SAP-Ariba and/or Costpoint experience

• Supply Chain/Procurement Continuing Education and/or Certificates is a plus.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

We’re driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range:

$61,200.00 - $107,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!