Purchasing Procurement Professional

Amentum•US-FL-Kennedy Spc Ctr1 (FL081), FL

8d•$81,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Purchasing Procurement Professional supports the COMET contract at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. COMET manages and implements ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations supporting the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs. The role develops and coordinates subcontract documentation, performs procurement and cost-price analysis, and administers subcontracts and agreements throughout their lifecycle. It monitors contract funding, performance, scope, schedule, and requirements; reviews invoices; conducts vendor negotiations; and maintains compliant procurement records. The position is based at a hazardous testing facility and may involve travel around the site, occasional overtime and weekend work, and shift work. Partial telework and flexible schedules may be available depending on departmental needs.

Requirements

At least six years of experience with a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, such as Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or Human Resources; alternatively, at least 10 years of experience in areas such as management analysis, financial analysis, budget preparation and analysis, business processes, human resource services, organizational performance assessments, strategic planning, project control functions, or contracting.
Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Must be able to accurately communicate ideas verbally and in writing.
Must be dependable and punctual.
Must be able to meet the physical and evacuation demands of the hazardous testing facility, including sitting, walking, standing, extensive stair use, accessing remote structures, and potentially climbing ladders and platforms.
Must be able to travel to support position requirements; travel may include airline travel.
Must comply with applicable drug-free workplace requirements, including drug testing for illegal drug use for employees in sensitive positions.
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere through behavior and communication that foster good relations with customers, clients, coworkers, and management.
Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress that do not create a safety risk or hazard.
A government security clearance may be required in the future.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, develop, and produce subcontract documentation, including subcontracts, agreements, modification task or delivery orders, solicitations, estimates, cost/price analyses, negotiation memorandums, justifications, determinations, special contract provisions, representations, certifications, and correspondence.
Administer and monitor subcontracts and agreements to support efficient, effective, and compliant performance throughout their lifecycle.
Perform cost-price analysis and dispatch purchase orders to vendors according to established procurement processes.
Participate in contract negotiations and ensure vendors understand and accept contract articles, terms, and conditions.
Manage and monitor subcontract funding status, performance, scope, schedule, and requirements.
Review invoices for accuracy and update vendor contracts for rate changes and other agreements affecting funding.
Maintain procurement files for accountability, traceability, status, and compliance with established practices.
Travel to different site areas and, as needed, to customer locations to support position requirements.
Complete all work safely in accordance with NASA and company safety standards.

Benefits

Partial telework options and flexible work schedules may be available depending on departmental demands and needs.
On-site amenities include a Child Development Center, discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks, a Credit Union, Fitness Center, Barbershop, and NASA Exchanges.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holidays.
Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching.
Educational reimbursement.
Parental leave.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Tax-saving options.
Disability and life insurance.
Pet insurance.