Senior Purchasing AgentM.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most recognizable mission critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises.
The company's capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audio visual, and IT systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, and employs more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability.Our people are inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better.
We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Purchasing Agent supporting MC Dean's growing businesses, your role will include:Functioning as a key liaison between the Procurement team and internal stakeholders including MC Dean's Executive Team, Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing.Working closely with the core Program/Project teams to manage high visibility and high value programs, applying program/project management skills to assure the timely and efficient execution of MC Dean's portfolio of projects.Your responsibilities will include:Procurement planning during the bidding phase Understanding contract specifications and bills of materialSourcing, identifying, and prequalifying vendors Developing comprehensive RFP'sAnalyzing multiple quotes (scope leveling) Vendor Matrix ; working with project and engineering team to confirm completeness of scope of service and supplyNegotiating and finalizing agreementsDeveloping the Procurement PlanPost award, managing plan implementationPost award procurement planning and implementation on major projects and programs, Transferring bid phase documents and knowledge to the project teamEngaging with the project team on procurement planning & implementationCapturing and communicating market intelligence across projects & programsUnderstanding, evaluating, and incorporating current market conditions into procurement plans, including but not limited to: Pricing trendsLead times and logistical requirementsBest value opportunitiesAlternative products opportunities (Material cost/Labor savings)Evolving contract compliance requirementsReading, understanding, and interpreting contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules.Traveling to project sites, manufacturers, and vendor as neededQualificationsDemonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.Bachelor's degree plus 7+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.Relevant Purchasing experience sourcing, negotiating contracts with Original Equipment Manufacturers, construction /specialty trade subcontractors and fabricators.Proven written and verbal communication abilitiesProficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint and Microsoft Excel.Familiarity with accounting principles.We offer an excellent benefits package including:A competitive salaryMedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursement401k Retirement PlanMilitary Reserve pay offsetPaid maternity leavePay RangeUSD $113,440.00 - USD $170,160.00 /Yr.