Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs in District of Columbia

This position is at the Potomac Job Corps Center located at 1 DC Village Ln SW, Washington, DC 20032

Starting Salary $55,000-$59,000 (open to negotiate depending on experience). 

Reports to the Finance and Administration (F & A) Manager/Director and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for the procurement of all supplies, services, vendor contracts and equipment for the center. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Demonstrates and abides by Odle Core Values and operating principles.
• Prepare and administer all purchase order contracts, subcontracts, lease/rental agreements and consultant contracts for equipment, service, repairs, utilities and construction work in compliance with all requirements and clauses of the prime contract pertaining to procurement.
• Prepares specifications/bid forms, solicits bids and quotations, screens offer, and awards purchase orders or subcontracts required to obtain the sources necessary to operate the center in accordance with the requirements of the contract.
• Gathers data for and assists the F&A Manager/Director in the negotiation of contracts and leases.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, required delivery schedules and contractual terms; obtain the best prices available for goods and services. 
• Coordinate with Accounting Department on accuracy of pricing data and accounts payable function.
• Coordinate with other facility staff pertaining to procurement matters
• Establishes and maintains records of purchase requisitions, solicitations, and awards to support DOL audit of compliance with contractual requirements and internal audit of compliance with center policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain a qualified vendor list annotated as to socioeconomic status of each vendor
•  Attends required staff training sessions.
• Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
• Clearly communicates and consistently model’s appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• High School diploma or equivalent, one (1) year of purchasing or related experience required.
• Prefer experience with Government procurement regulations.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.

Additional Requirements: Knowledge of Government rules and regulations pertaining to procurement. Ability to analyze the technical data in suppliers’ proposals in order to make responsible buying decisions. Good organizational skills. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to effectively relate to trainee population. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Odle Management is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Odle Management considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

Odle Management is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.

The employer of record for this position is Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. DBA Eckerd Connects which assigns employees to Odle Management Group, LLC.