Purchasing Manager

Systems Application & Technologies•Dugway, UT

61d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 36-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction. At Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) , southwest of Salt Lake City Utah, SA-TECH supports the West Desert Test Center (WDTC), the nation’s designated Major Range Test Facility Base (MRTFB) for chemical and biological defense. The WDTC plans, conducts, evaluates, reports, and supports Chemical and Biological (CB) and non-CB testing efforts for the Department of Defense (DoD), other federal agencies, private industries, and foreign Governments (e.g., environmental assessment/impact evaluations, weapons and munitions demilitarization, chemical energetics/homemade explosive testing, unmanned systems testing, direct and indirect fire weapons testing, hazard assessments, and technical/logistical support of operations at DPG). At DPG, SA-TECH is looking to bring a Purchasing Manager onto our team to support program efforts and success at this major DoD test facility.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Five (5) years of experience in one or more of the areas of procurement, logistics, property control, accounts payable, planning, and forecasting with four (4) of the years in supervision .
Must have experience managing all phases of the contract lifecycle, from evaluating needs to contract closeout.
Must be familiar with applicable federal acquisition regulations (FARs).
Previous experience developing, implementing, and maintaining purchasing policies and procedures.
Experience selecting and evaluating vendors, negotiating prices and contract terms, and ensuring quality of procured items.
Strong communication skills.
Committed to maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment.
Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
U.S. Citizenship required and you must have a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to hire date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical, as well as periodic retests.
All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver’s Record, and a Criminal Background Investigation.

Responsibilities

Oversee local procurement and storeroom operations.
Manage all phases of the contract lifecycle, from evaluating needs to contract closeout.
Ensure all procurement activities comply with applicable federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and company policies.
Develop, implement, and maintain purchasing policies and procedures.
Select and evaluate vendors, negotiate prices and contract terms, and ensure quality of procured items.
Coordinate continuously with department managers to monitor inventory and determine supply needs.
Other duties as assigned.