Salado Mining Contractors LLC (SIMCO), is seeking a Buyer’s Assistant in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.
The Buyer's Assistant will support SIMCO Procurement with review and approval of supplier
invoices for payment. The Buyer's Assistant will review invoices for allowability in accordance with
purchase order terms and conditions. The Buyer's Assistant will work with Accounts Payable, Procurement Specialists and Buyers, and field personnel to obtain approvals on invoices and to resolve invoice issues in processing payments. Buyer's Assistant will also assist staff by performing some of the following duties, not limited to: making copies, minor subcontract closeout, assisting with file preparation, processing non taxable certificates, performing general market research, note taking, processing/collecting past performance past performance information, supporting source selection boards, tracking insurance certificates, and other duties as assigned by Procurement Manager.

The position requires ability to interact professionally with multiple levels of management, employees, and other stakeholders. Must exercise good judgement, discretion, and professionalism in all matters.

Non-Exempt Salary Grade (24 – 26)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, or
• Associate’s Degree with two (2) years of working experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with four (4) years of working experience is required.
• Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be US Citizens.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in general accounting, or accounts receivable or accounts payable departments are preferred.
• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

Starting salary $50,931 per year *

• Base salary will be dependent upon candidate's background (i.e. education and experience)

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug, as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.