Career Opportunities: Buyer - 90341509 - Philadelphia (hybrid) (163538)

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As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

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Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

This hybrid position will be based Philadelphia, PA

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

This position is accountable for cost-effective procurements, of low to medium complexity, of varying dollar amounts.  Responsible for transactional procurement activities, to include Supplier on-boarding, as well as processing, executing, managing and expediting Purchase Orders, in the ERP systems. Additionally, this role supports commodity strategies, including Supplier Performance monitoring, executes competitive bidding processes and negotiations, cost / price analysis, and awarding of Purchase Orders.  Manages commodity classification and projects, as assigned. Supports other Team Memebers during increased activities associated with high volume / high profile Projects.  Applies knowledge of Federal Procurement Regulations, to include compliance with terms of funding (i.e. Flowdowns)  and may negotiate terms and conditions associated with assigned Purchase Orders, Blanket Purchase Orders and /  or Contracts, under the supervision or guidance from senior-level Procurement personnel or the Law Department. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides procurement services to support Amtrak business units, to include but not limited to solicitation, negotiation of price, contractual terms and conditions of purchase, cost / price analyses and administers and maintains Purchase Orders and Blanket Purchase Orders. 
• Regularly interfaces with Stakeholders of all levels, for assigned Purchase Orders or projects.  
• Maintains and processes a high volume of Requisitions and  Purchase Orders, in accordance with Department policy,to support the business needs. 
• Develops and utilizes proficiency in the ERP systems to problem-solve and assist both Stakeholders and / or suppliers, as needed, to include assisting with Supplier invoicing.
• Maintains and manages Suppliers, with focus on total cost and leadtime improvements.
• Maintains and exhibits the highest code of ethics and conduct.
• Negotiates procurement contracts involving variable costs and non-standard terms and conditions. 
• Prepares and maintains Purchase Orders and Contracts that are financially and legally sound, to ensure enforcement of contractual requirements and compliance with Amtrak’s policies and procedures, in accordance with Federal Procurement Regulations and/or the Uniform Commercial Code, as applicable.
• Partners with other Procurement and Logistics functions, to include Planning, Procurement, Business Improvement, and Material Control, as well as with other departments to include Engineering, Finance, etc.. 
• Provides excellent Customer Service, both internal and external, when engaging with Stakeholders and Suppliers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Business Administration or related field or a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of procure-to-pay processes, types of procurement contracts, commodity pricing, quality standards, sources of supply (including diversity suppliers), statement of work, negotiation techniques, value analysis and other cost savings methods.
• Experience in purchasing or materials planning or related fields.
• Effectively works under a matrix management structure.
• Must be able to work with and communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with all levels of the organization and with Suppliers.
• Proficiency in business acumen, financial and analytical acumen, written and verbal communication, presentation skills, and implementation and execution.
• Written and verbal communication skills sufficient to prepare, negotiate and review contracts, bids, proposals and vendor agreements for legal terms / conditions and acceptability of items to specifications.
• Self-starter with good analytical skills and practical approach to problem solving.
• Demonstrate ability to learn new tasks, to maintain and increase effectiveness in position.
• Must be detail-oriented and attentive to timelines and deadlines, to ensure project completion and effective follow-through.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing and / or competing priorities, and high volume of procurement transactions.
• Basic understanding of / competency in Microsoft Suite products (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Business Administration or related field plus 2 years of relevant experience
• Experience in SAP/Ariba 
• Understanding of or hands-on Project Management experience.
• Experience in manufacturing environment; ability to understand blueprints.

WORK ENVRIORNMENT:

Physical Demands:

• Constantly / frequently uses a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse to perform a variety of tasks.
• Constantly / frequently sits, stands, walks, and may lift, carry, push, or pull objects of various weights; may reach, kneel, crouch, bend, or twist in order to in order to perform administrative tasks (e.g., filing, retrieving materials from desks and bookcases, moving around an office setting).

Mental Demands:

• Constantly communicates, comprehends, and responds to verbal statements and instructions, both orally and in writing.
• Frequently acquires and develops new knowledge, skills, and tasks, both complex and simple, to maintain effectiveness in position.
• Frequently resolves problems with conflicting priorities in cognitively demanding situations. 
• Frequently reads and analyzes hard copy and or computer screen materials and writes reports, as appropriate. 
• Conducts in-person and/or telephone dialogues, as appropriate,  to manage and conduct the flow of work.

Working Conditions:

• Constantly works in a fast-paced, extremely time sensitive environment, often with frequently changing priorities.
• Frequently handles multiple projects, simultaneously.  
• Infrequent travel throughout and outside the region as required (e.g., via airplane, train, automobile).
• Works daily in the SAP and integrated Ariba system.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $65,500-$84,888, Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
 

Requisition ID:163538
Posting Location(s):Pennsylvania

Work Arrangement:05-Hybrid Monthly 
Job Family/Function:Finance 
Relocation Offered:No 
Travel Requirements:0 - 5% 

You power our progress through your performance.
 

We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. 

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. 

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.  

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses. 

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.