Purchasing buyer

Leidos is seeking a Buyer to support our IT Software. The Buyer is responsible for the procurement of various Software.

Primary Responsibilities

• The Buyer is responsible for negotiations of favorable price, terms, other provisions of purchase orders, ensuring procurement policies/procedures are met under supervisor guidance.
• Purchase order administration/file maintenance.
• Creating solicitations, conducting price analysis, negotiating price and price related terms.
• Apply knowledge of procurement, sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, cost and price analysis, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Requires ability to collaborate cross-functionally regarding policies, practices and procedures.
• Review prime contract flow down documents to ensure compliance with prime contract requirements and to minimize company liability.
• Support internal/external audit activities, including Purchase Order file reviews, as well as data request from internal / external customers.

Basic Qualifications

• Typically requires a BA degree 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong Customer Service mentality.
• Ability to multi-task and strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of government contracts is preferred.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Costpoint experience preferred.
• Terms and Conditions negotiation experience preferred.
• Perspective Buyers should have a working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

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Original Posting: November 2, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.