Procurement Specialist II

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems•Scranton, PA

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist II negotiates favorable supplier terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts, and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for goods, services, and supplies. The position supports customer-related business processes or internal needs, working as a generalist or across purchasing disciplines. It requires working knowledge and experience in the discipline, continued development of knowledge about the company, its processes, and its customers, and the ability to perform a range of assignments using prescribed guidelines or policies. The role receives a moderate level of guidance and direction and requires consistent discretion and judgment. The role develops and executes sourcing strategies, evaluates supplier offerings, recommends suppliers, negotiates contracts, and ensures procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations. It may also oversee tactical purchasing activities such as purchase-order issuance or invoice payment.

Requirements

Associate's degree and 2–4 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Decision-making skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Analytical thinking skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories or departments.
Evaluate product offerings, recommend suppliers, and negotiate contracts.
Gather business requirements and identify and pre-qualify potential suppliers.
Develop and distribute RFPs/RFQs and collect bids or other information.
Evaluate proposals and quotes based on quality, cost, and other criteria, and recommend suppliers that best meet organizational requirements.
Work with selected suppliers to develop mutually acceptable contractual agreements.
May oversee tactical purchasing operations, including issuing purchase orders or paying invoices.
Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations.
Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for goods, services, and supplies.