Purchasing Agent

Position Summary:
BES Solutions, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support procurement and contracting activities throughout the DC–Maryland–Virginia (DMV) region. This temporary, full-time role requires on-site support at WMATA-designated facilities. The ideal candidate will be able to manage the entire contract life cycle within delegated contracting authority thresholds, from “cradle to grave,” while ensuring compliance with company and federal guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all duties associated with competitive procurement, including preparing and issuing Request for Proposals (RFP), Invitations for Bids (IFB), Request for Quotes (RFQ), and Blanket Purchasing Agreements (BPA) through award.
• Chair Pre-Proposal/Pre-Bid meetings and Source Selection Committee meetings, making recommendations to management.
• Compile and analyze complex data, identify issues, and recommend solutions.
• Support acquisition activities by preparing purchase orders, evaluating vendor quotes, and managing procurement of materials, supplies, and services.
• Ensure documentation accuracy, cost efficiency, and adherence to company and federal procurement guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of professional services, fixed-price, cost-reimbursable contracts, service and supply, and construction contracts.
• Exhibit strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be available to work throughout the DMV region at WMATA-designated facilities.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible experience in the purchasing/contracting area.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
• Knowledge of federal procurement regulations and competitive sourcing processes.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person