Procurement Analyst

PGS Worldwide•Falls Church, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

PGS Worldwide is seeking Procurement Analysts in Falls Church, Virginia for a one-year hybrid contract-to-hire role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company. These positions will support purchasing activities by reviewing requisitions, creating and managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, resolving invoice issues, and maintaining accurate procurement records.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience or demonstrated interest in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, operations, or supplier management.
Ability to review purchase requisitions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
Ability to create, process, and manage purchase orders.
Basic analytical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel or similar spreadsheet tools.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Previous procurement or purchasing experience.
Experience purchasing IT products and/or professional services.
Experience with procurement platforms such as Coupa, Ivalua, or Costpoint.
Experience supporting supplier onboarding.
Familiarity with spend analysis and supplier-performance tracking.

Responsibilities

Review purchase requisitions for accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance.
Create, process, and manage purchase orders.
Coordinate with suppliers regarding pricing, terms, documentation, and order requirements.
Assist with supplier negotiations to support competitive pricing and favorable terms.
Confirm and document supplier payment terms.
Work with Finance, Operations, Accounts Payable, and other internal teams to resolve procurement-related issues.
Support invoice and payment discrepancy resolution.
Maintain supplier records, contracts, and procurement data.
Perform basic spend analysis to identify trends and potential cost-saving opportunities.
Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues when appropriate.
Support onboarding of new suppliers.
Participate in procurement process-improvement initiatives.
Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and audit requirements.