Specialist, Procurement

KBR•Jacksonville, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR's Readiness and Sustainment (R&S) division is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support the Marine Corps’ Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF) and Marine Corps Prepositioning Program (MCPP) at the Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island in Jacksonville, Florida. This program ensures that combat-ready equipment and supplies are pre-positioned to support rapid deployment and sustainment of Marine forces worldwide. The Procurement Specialist will manage the procurement of goods, services, and supplies, ensuring favorable terms and volume discounts through supplier negotiations. This role involves taking ownership of purchases, resolving issues like defects and delivery delays, and negotiating refunds. Collaboration with internal teams such as operations, maintenance, and engineering is crucial for the timely and efficient movement of goods. The position requires experience in procurement processes, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while adhering to company policies and standards. This is a fully onsite position at Blount Island military installation in Jacksonville, FL.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience in negotiating and managing supplier contracts.
Basic understanding of procurement policies, practices, and industry standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Deltek (CostPoint) or similar procurement software.
Familiarity with Federal Government contracts or subcontract processes.
Knowledge of commercial or defense procurement processes.

Responsibilities

Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with suppliers for goods, services, and supplies.
Ensure the timely procurement of goods in alignment with business requirements and customer-related processes.
Address and resolve defects and delivery issues with suppliers, managing the negotiation of refunds and replacement orders.
Collaborate with internal teams (operations, maintenance, warehouse, and engineering) to ensure proper scheduling, movement, and receipt of goods and supplies.
Review supplier performance, monitor contract compliance, and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
Maintain detailed records of procurement activities, including contracts, orders, and correspondence.
Analyze market trends and provide recommendations for improving procurement strategies.
Assist in preparing procurement reports and data analysis to inform decision-making.
Support the preparation of procurement forecasts and planning activities.
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.