Purchasing Agent Buyer

Company Description We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites. Job Description - Procure supplies, materials, equipment, and services required to support Center program operation in accordance with Center contract requirements, Corporate objectives and government policies - Make purchases in a reasonable time frame for efficient Center operation - Ensure that procurement is in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations, Department Of Labor Acquisition Standards, Office of Management and Budget Circulars, and Executive Orders - Maintain working library on rules and regulations for sub-contracting, property compliance, and equipment purchasing - Maintain professional memberships - Use the Small Business Administration as a prime source for locating new vendors - Ensure that Center goals for using small, woman owned, small disadvantage and hub zone businesses are met - Verify that new vendors are financially sound with an ability and good reputation for supplying materials and /or services - Create and maintain database of business supplies and vendors using on-line sources - Other duties as assigned Qualifications - Four years of purchasing experience preferable - Knowledgeable of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is highly desirable - Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field or four years purchasing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions. When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law. BrightSpring is an Equal Opportunity Employer.BrightSpring Health Services and its affiliated companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.If you have a disability and are unable to use our online tools to search or apply for jobs, we would like to assist. Please contact us for accommodation assistance.