About this Buyer I role at Amentum
- Execute procurements for materials, equipment, and services using competitive and non-competitive methods in support of NASA's COSMOS mission operations contract.
- Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and purchase orders while conducting price and cost analysis to ensure timely delivery. Negotiate with suppliers, evaluate supplier performance, and resolve delivery or quality issues while maintaining audit-ready documentation and procurement files.
- Track milestones to meet project schedules and coordinate with government and contractor personnel under tight deadlines.
- This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3 years of general experience, plus 3 years in supply chain fields.
Required Qualifications
- HS Diploma (or GED) and 7 years of general experience
- Associate's degree and 5 years of general experience
- Bachelor's/Master's degree and 3 years of general experience
- 3 years of direct experience in supply chain fields
- Must be able to obtain a NASA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Badge for NASA credentials
Desired Qualification
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) knowledge and government procurements
- Experience with Office 365 Tools
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint Materials Module
Compensation Details:
82,000.00
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
09/15/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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