Procurement Specialist I - Greenbelt, MD
About The Position
The Procurement Specialist I procures materials and services through negotiation and reviews requisitions to ensure appropriate specifications or purchase descriptions are included in solicitation documents. The role evaluates bids and proposals for compliance with specifications and applicable clauses, with procurement obligation authority limited to $35,000. The position procures commodities and services, prepares and presents requirements and terms in requests for bids or proposals, negotiates and awards purchase orders, administers purchase-order terms, and evaluates vendor performance. It also supports inventory and warehouse operations at Greenbelt and Wallops Flight Facility, maintains purchase-order records, and coordinates with vendors and internal teams to resolve shipment and receiving discrepancies. Work must comply with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, Uniform Commercial Code, TRAX Purchasing Manual, and applicable procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The role is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment. The position requires U.S. citizenship, a valid unrestricted driver's license, successful completion of a background screening, and possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
Requirements
- Two years of procurement, acquisition, and contracting experience.
- An associate degree in business, economics, accounting, finance, or another business-related field; one year of relevant professional-level Federal Purchasing and Acquisitions experience may substitute for one year of required education.
- Specialized experience providing knowledge of the FAR, UCC, contracting principles, and laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing the Federal Purchasing/Acquisition process.
- Experience with large ERP supply and accounting systems.
- Experience in cost/price analysis and negotiation techniques.
- Experience with cost and price analysis and purchases awarded on a competitive or noncompetitive basis.
- Intermediate or advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly developed analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment while optimizing individual performance and contribution.
- U.S. citizenship.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- A valid driver's license without special restrictions.
- Ability to successfully complete a background screening.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain before employment, a public trust clearance and maintain it throughout employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience purchasing in a Certified Purchasing System (CPS) environment.
Responsibilities
- Procure hardware, office supplies, project parts and materials, cryogenics, gases, fuels, and other commodities; may administer Blanket Purchase Agreements.
- Procure commodities using Firm Fixed Price and Time and Material contract types.
- Develop, prepare, and present requirements and terms and conditions in requests for bids or proposals.
- Negotiate and award purchase orders valued up to $35,000; assist with purchase orders exceeding the authority limit when needed.
- Administer purchase-order terms and conditions and evaluate vendor performance.
- Analyze proposed prices and costs; evaluate technical and audit reports, forecast price trends, and consider other economic factors necessary to make awards.
- Provide procurement support to inventory managers, warehouse personnel, and receiving inspectors at Greenbelt and Wallops Flight Facility.
- Complete assigned actions independently and make recommendations based on the assignment, experience, and judgment.
- Review inventory records and receiving documentation to identify purchase orders for closure, and update their status in AMMS.
- Perform clerical and other tasks required to maintain purchase-order files.
- Comply with the FAR, UCC, TRAX Purchasing Manual, contracting principles, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Contact vendors about the status of open purchase orders and advise Material Coordinators and Buyers of the latest status.
- Coordinate with vendors and Receiving, Inventory Management, Procurement, Accounting, and Physical Distribution personnel to resolve shipment and receiving discrepancies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
