Senior Buyer

Summary
 Processes major requests for proposals (RFPs) that are large and complex in nature through the most cost effective means. Develops new opportunities and partnerships for the company.
Description
 

What You’ll Do:

• Prepares, distributes, receives, analyzes and awards bids using a formal bid process such as Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Bids (RFBs) that are large and complex.
• Works with subsidiaries on submitting SADBUS completing and submitting reporting.
• Manages development of business opportunities and restructures existing supplier partnerships to maximize value and secure cost savings while maximizing profit for the company.
• Interacts with company staff and management to build relationships to increase company participation in corporate contracts.
• Reports workloads and writes procedures to support workflow.
• Work Environment: Typical office environment. Occasional travel.

To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Degree Equivalency: 4 years job related work experience or Associate's and 2 years job related work experience
• 4 Years Purchasing, finance, and/or budget management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical or critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in spelling, punctuation, grammar skills.
• Good judgment skills.
• Basic business math proficiency skills.
• Microsoft Office.

We Prefer That You Have:

• Bachelor's degree-Business Administration or Bachelor's may also be in finance.
• 6 Years-Purchasing and finance or budget management experience.
• Knowledge of mathematical or statistical concepts.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Access or other database software.
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) OR the ability to obtain within 1 year.
• SADBUS/ Contracting Background

What Blue Can Do For You:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid annual leave — the longer you work here, the more you earn
• Nine paid holidays
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
• Tuition assistance
• Service recognition

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications.  This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.