Procurement Specialist I - Greenbelt, MD

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Greenbelt, MD

9d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist I procures materials and services through negotiation and manages procurement activities with obligation authority up to $35,000. The role reviews requisitions and solicitation documents, evaluates bids and proposals for compliance, negotiates and awards purchase orders, administers purchase order terms, and evaluates vendor performance. The position provides procurement support to inventory and warehouse operations at Greenbelt and Wallops Flight Facility, maintains purchase order records, and coordinates with vendors and internal teams to address shipment and receiving discrepancies. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment.

Requirements

Two years of procurement, acquisition, and contracting experience.
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 and knowledge of the FAR, UCC, contracting principles, and laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing federal purchasing and acquisition.
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.
High school diploma or equivalent.
U.S. citizenship.
Valid driver's license without special restrictions.
Ability to successfully complete a background screening.
Must possess or be able to obtain a public trust clearance before employment 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.
Administer Blanket Purchase Agreements when applicable.
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 above 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 and forecast price trends and other economic factors relevant to 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 to identify purchase orders for closure based on receiving documentation and update their status in AMMS.
Maintain purchase order files and perform related clerical tasks.
Comply with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), TRAX Purchasing Manual, and applicable procurement laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and contracting principles.
Contact vendors for status updates on open purchase orders and relay updates to Material Coordinators and Buyers.
Coordinate with vendors and Receiving, Inventory Management, Procurement, Accounting, and Physical Distribution personnel to resolve shipment and receiving discrepancies.
Perform other duties as assigned.