Procurement Associate-Journeyman 1461-PRA108102026

Amewas•California, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Procurement Associate-Journeyman to support Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test & Evaluation. The salary range of this position is $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required. The workplace environment for a Procurement Associate supporting a Navy contract at Pax River Naval Air Station is extremely fast-paced and technically demanding. Every task requires absolute attention to detail, as even minor errors can have significant operational and contractual impacts. The role involves navigating complex procurement regulations, coordinating with multiple stakeholders and managing urgent deadlines to support critical defense initiatives. Adaptability, problem-solving skills and precision are essential to succeed in this high-pressure environment, where efficiency and compliance are equally paramount.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
3 years of relevant work experience
3-5 years of experience in purchasing/procurement
Experience working with Deltek Costpoint
Proficiency using Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, etc.)
Experience processing/tracking high volumes of purchase orders
Experience with shipping/receiving or inventory coordination
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong written communication and customer service skills
Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Minimum clearance required to apply (candidates who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be considered): N/A
The ability to obtain and maintain the DoD security clearance eligibility and/or additional security access requirements necessary to perform the duties of the position, as required by the contract

Nice To Haves

Experience with accounting
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting or relevant field

Responsibilities

Communicates with management/vendors regarding order status and purchasing packages
Accepts and receives packages delivered in CostPoint
Writes purchase orders and prepares high-dollar purchasing packages
Tracks available funding for contract
Answers designated phone and performs other procurement duties as required