Supply Chain Procurement Specialist – Level 2

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Source and procure materials and services within the categories of Computer IT Hardware & Software.

• Implement procurement processes that include sourcing, price analysis, Commercial Item Determination, and negotiations.

• Adhere to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) guidelines and procedures.

• Create bid packages, assess and evaluate proposals, negotiate purchase order terms, manage purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery.

• Assess and monitor supplier quality, reliability, and delivery performance in coordination with the quality organization.

• Collaborate with internal customers to confirm that product and service specifications are suitable.

• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and risk management through negotiations.

• Oversee purchase order performance and ensure compliance with public law, company policies, procedures, and import/export regulations.

• Work with stakeholders and organizations both within and outside of the Global Supply Chain.

• Organize, schedule, and coordinate activities to achieve objectives.

• Evaluate supplier performance and apply sound business practices.

• Review and authorize supplier payments, including reconciling invoices.

• Undertake additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant professional experience OR a Master’s degree with 1 year of relevant professional experience.

• An equivalent of 4 or more years of experience may be considered in place of a degree.

• Candidates must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.

• Experience with low to moderate value and complexity purchases, including single/sole source purchases with source-controlled drawings.

• Experience in procuring within an engineering development context.

• Familiarity with Computer IT Hardware & Software commodities, including specific requirements and configurations.

• Proven experience leading negotiations with suppliers.

• Basic understanding of technical drawings and documents.

• Knowledge of government contracting standards and regulations.

• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory for positions requiring a government clearance and certain other restricted roles.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with strong organizational abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Overtime eligibility, based on the position.

• Shift differential, depending on the position.

• Discretionary bonus opportunities.

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.

• Life insurance benefits.

• Disability insurance options.

• Savings plan availability.

• Company-paid holidays.

• Paid time off (PTO) for vacations and/or personal business.

• Full-time remote work options.