Senior Buyer
@ Lensa

Hybrid
$115,150
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 9 hours ago

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About Senior Buyer

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Job Overview

Leidos is seeking a Senior Buyer located in the Oak Ridge, Tennessee facility. This role is responsible for the procurement of various components, machines, and equipment with the potential for telework.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Develop and negotiate favorable prices on complex procurements.
  • Administer purchase orders including file maintenance and closeouts.
  • Create solicitations, support proposals, and conduct cost analyses.
  • Negotiate price, schedule, and procurement terms with suppliers.
  • Analyze supplier operations to determine pricing factors.
  • Review proposals and recommend suppliers based on data.
  • Recommend improvements to procurement processes.
  • Mentor and support other buyers.
  • Develop and review contract flowdown documents.
  • Support internal and external audit activities.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with 4-8 years of experience or equivalent.
  • Experience in procuring tangible goods.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations.
  • Strong multi-tasking and organizational abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Costpoint.
  • Expertise in terms and conditions negotiations.
  • Knowledge of build-to-print, fabricated parts, and components.
  • Familiarity with DFARS and government contracts.

Additional Information

Original Posting Date: October 6, 2025 This role is expected to remain open for at least 3 days. Pay range is approximately $63,700 to $115,150. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer.

Key skills/competency

  • Procurement
  • Negotiation
  • Cost Analysis
  • Supplier Management
  • Contract Management
  • Purchase Order Administration
  • Audit Support
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • FAR Knowledge
  • Mentoring
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How to Get Hired at Lensa

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize resume: Highlight procurement and negotiation skills.
  • Research Leidos culture: Understand their operational and compliance standards.
  • Emphasize achievements: Quantify successful procurements in past roles.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice discussing complex negotiations.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review FAR and DFARS basics.
Practice procurement cost analysis techniques.
Study advanced Excel functions for analysis.
Familiarize with Costpoint software interface.

Behavioral Questions

Describe past negotiation challenges.
Explain conflict resolution in teams.
Discuss multi-tasking in stressful situations.
Share examples of cross-functional collaboration.

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