Senior Buyer

Atmore, AL

Full Time

Manager/Supervisor

Senior Buyer

“Lead with insight, negotiate with confidence, and shape the purchasing strategy that powers our success—we encourage you to apply.”

Department: Tribal Accounting
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Supervisor Role: Yes
Closing Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 5:00pm

Join Our Mission:
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

About the Role:
The Senior Buyer is responsible for procuring goods and services, managing the department’s vendor system, and supporting procurement operations. This role may include additional duties as needed to meet program and departmental goals.

This position reflects PCI’s core values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with tribal, federal, and state procurement regulations.
Review and improve procurement policies and processes.
Support the Director of Procurement with efficiency and compliance initiatives.
Source high-quality goods and services at competitive prices.
Manage and maintain the vendor management system and records.
Evaluate vendors, conduct reference checks, and support vendor selection.
Prepare and manage bids, RFPs, and contract negotiations.
Review requisitions, analyze quotes, and issue purchase orders.
Monitor contracts, deliveries, and supplier performance.
Maintain procurement records and resolve discrepancies.
Track market trends, pricing, and supplier reliability.
Supervises assigned staff and monitors divisional work productivity.

Core Qualifications:

Must have one of the following:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field with four (4) years of employment experience in purchasing supply-oriented activities
Combination of education and employment experience in purchasing supply-oriented activities equivalent to eight (8) years.

Two (2) years of supervisory experience, preferably in the areas of purchasing, procurement, or inventory management required.
Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed, including all assigned events.
Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Essential Competencies:

Ensure timely delivery and quality standards are consistently met.
Collaborate with suppliers, departments, and stakeholders to define needs and pricing.
Identify and implement process and policy improvements.
Adapt communication style to different situations and audiences.
Ability to identify root causes and easily overcomes obstacles.
Must be people oriented, relate well to people from diverse backgrounds, and possess respect for others. Serve as a role model.
Must possess character that earns the confidence of program participants, aspire to your highest self, and serve as a cultural ambassador to others.

Total Rewards Package:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and voluntary benefits
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
401(k) with employer match
Performance bonuses and COLA increases

Preference will be given in accordance with Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

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