Business Specialist - Procurement II

Amentum•US-FL-Kennedy Spc Ctr1 (FL081), FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day. The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

Requirements

At least three years of experience with a Bachelor’s in a Business-related degree field (e.g., Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources); or at least seven years of experience in areas such as management analysis, financial analysis, budget preparation and analysis, business processes, human resource services, organizational performance assessments, strategic planning, project control functions and contracting.
Must have a valid US Driver's License.
Excellent communication, presentation and customer interface skills required.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
Computer experience with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, TEAMS, SharePoint and internet browsers.
Excellent Excel skills to manipulate and analyze data to generate reports in a variety of formats required.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary.
Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel.
Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Information Technology systems and component procurements preferred.

Responsibilities

Review complex solicitations and coordinate specialized and/or non-routine response for purchases, proposals, bids, and contract modifications.
Analyze significant, and/or unique procurement requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and company procedures and communicate results.
Prepare and administer correspondence, negotiation memoranda, and contract/procurement documentation ensure timely and coordinated submittal.
Perform analytical and advisory functions on the evaluation of programs and operations for assessing program development, execution and improving effectiveness and efficiency, pre-award and post-award functions including price/cost analysis, negotiation, administration and related procurement actions.
Work independently with contracts and managing suppliers who provide commodities.
Develop contract documentation, conduct negotiations with suppliers and monitor performance.
Reports on performance against targets, and keeps both purchasing and commodity knowledge current.
Performs complex tasks requiring expertise and judgment to accomplish long-range planning of programs and objectives, applying contracts and procurement-related laws, regulations, policies, precedents, methods and techniques.
Works with contracts, managing suppliers and monitor performance.
Reports on performance against targets and keeps both purchasing and commodity knowledge current.
Perform other duties as assigned.