Procurement Agent – Millennium Space Systems
About The Position
The Procurement Agent is responsible for executing procurement activities in support of program and operational requirements. This role manages purchase orders from requisition through delivery, ensures compliance with company policies and government regulations (FAR/DFARS), and works closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to meet cost, schedule, and quality objectives. Operates with moderate independence and supports continuous improvement of procurement processes. This is a full-time position that is onsite at our office in El Segundo, California. This position's internal job title is Procurement Agent. Our team is currently hiring for level 3.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in procurement
- Experience in aerospace or defense
- Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and relevant procurement regulations
- Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship
- Final U.S. clearance Post Start is required
- Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for a security clearance
- Willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance
- Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements
- A “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 3 years' of relevant experience in Procurement, Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Experience as an Aerospace Buyer or Subcontracts Administration
- Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements
- Comfortable with briefing all levels of leadership
Responsibilities
- Review and process purchase requisitions (PRs) into purchase orders (POs) in ERP system (e.g., Costpoint)
- Ensure accuracy of PO terms, pricing, delivery dates, and required flow downs
- Manage end-to-end PO lifecycle including placement, acknowledgment, and closeout
- Maintain alignment with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) schedules and program priorities
- Communicate requirements clearly to suppliers and ensure timely acknowledgments
- Meet SLA expectations
- Follow up on open orders, track delivery status, and resolve delays
- Support supplier performance by escalating issues and coordinating corrective actions
- Ensure procurement actions comply with FAR/DFARS and internal procedures
- Support CPSR readiness by completing compliant procurement packages (price analysis, competition documentation, sole source justifications, etc.)
- Apply appropriate clauses, flow downs, and quality requirements to all POs
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with document control policies
- Perform basic price analysis using historical data, market comparisons, or competitive quotes
- Support negotiations to achieve fair and reasonable pricing
- Document pricing rationale in required forms and systems
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Programs to ensure requirements are clearly defined and executed
- Resolve issues related to specifications, delivery schedules, or supplier performance
- Support program milestones by proactively identifying and mitigating supply chain risks
Benefits
- health insurance
- flexible spending accounts
- health savings accounts
- retirement savings plans
- life and disability insurance programs
- paid and unpaid time away from work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
