This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
As a Procurement Specialist on our team, you will leverage your expertise in acquisition strategy, vendor negotiations, and compliance with DoD procurement policies to ensure mission success. If you have strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset, we have an opportunity to use those skills to optimize procurement decisions and support our national defense objectives. This is a chance to grow your expertise and broaden your skill set into areas like advanced supply chain logistics, acquisition documentation, and contract lifecycle management. You’ll share your expertise with other professionals through leadership and mentoring. We focus on growing as a team to deliver the best support to our customers, so you’ll have resources to learn new skills and tools.
Job Responsibility:
Navigate complex acquisition processes and deliver cost-effective solutions
Leverage expertise in acquisition strategy, vendor negotiations, and compliance with DoD procurement policies to ensure mission success
Optimize procurement decisions and support national defense objectives
Grow expertise and broaden skill set into areas like advanced supply chain logistics, acquisition documentation, and contract lifecycle management
Share expertise with other professionals through leadership and mentoring
Requirements:
Experience with federal procurement regulations and compliance audits
Experience with cost estimation, financial analysis, and supply chain logistics
Experience with using Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
Knowledge of contract lifecycle management and government contracting
Ability to manage multiple projects, including planning and organization, decision-making, work delegation, and employee development
Ability to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to demonstrate excellent communication and coordination skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to maintain compliance and achieve project objectives
Secret clearance
HS diploma or GED
Nice to have:
5+ years of experience in Program Management or Acquisition Management
Experience managing the full procurement lifecycle, including vendor negotiations and acquisition strategy development
Experience in advanced acquisition documentation and compliance audits
Experience with metrics, business process reengineering, business case analysis, electronic workflow, cost estimation, and strategic planning
Knowledge of emerging procurement technologies and automation tools
Knowledge of DFARS and FAR processes for procurement
Ability to integrate security, travel, and acquisition regulations into comprehensive project plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies
Ability to conduct market research and negotiate vendor agreements
Ability to mentor junior procurement staff and lead cross-functional teams
Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Certification