Procurement Specialist

ProSidian Consulting, LLC•Baldwin, AR

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

ProSidian seeks a Procurement Specialist to support commercial acquisition, supplier operations, and purchase order administration for the Chemically Protected Deployable Medical System (CP DEPMEDS). The role helps keep materiel available and traceable in a Department of Defense acquisition environment focused on mission readiness and secure delivery. The position supports procurement as part of a broader management and financial consulting, acquisition and grants management support, and business program and project management engagement. The specialist coordinates with the Supply Chain Lead, Quality and Finance teams, and vendors. The role is full-time, W-2 exempt, and does not provide overtime pay. It is classified as GSA labor category Junior Consultant I and is performed in a hybrid arrangement, on and off client sites in the continental United States. English is the workplace language. Travel and on-site support at Pine Bluff Arsenal may be required. Purchase orders may be released only after Government direction has been documented and funding is available. Government authorization must be obtained before proceeding with any alternate. U.S. citizenship is required, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in procurement or as a buyer.
Relevant DoD or military sector experience.
U.S. citizenship.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills.
Clear verbal and written communication and reliable follow-through.
Ability to use purchasing systems to maintain accurate records and communicate documentation requirements.
Ability to prioritize competing tasks, meet milestones, and adapt to changing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Functional and technical expertise in procurement or supplier operations.
Experience in federal contracting or sourcing regulated materiel.
An associate or bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain management; comparable buyer experience is accepted.
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification.

Responsibilities

Research sources of supply and request quotations from potential suppliers.
Compare quoted prices and lead times, and document supplier checks.
Issue purchase orders after the required authorization is in place.
Follow up with suppliers and expedite deliveries as needed.
Maintain warranty records and acquisition files.
Support requests for quotations (RFQs) and requests for proposals (RFPs), analyze supplier quotes, and evaluate delivery terms.
Use purchasing systems to maintain accurate records and communicate applicable documentation requirements to suppliers.
Assess supplier risks, support competitive sourcing, and negotiate with integrity and attention to detail.
Use project management methods and tools to prioritize competing tasks, meet milestones, and adapt to changing requirements.
Coordinate with the Supply Chain Lead, Quality and Finance teams, and vendors.
Prepare quote comparisons and authorized purchase orders, track supplier status, and maintain procurement closeout files.
Release purchase orders only after Government direction has been documented and funding is available.
Obtain Government authorization before proceeding with any alternate.