Procurement Specialist
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of space. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, Peraton delivers trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces, solving the most daunting challenges our customers face daily.
About the role
Peraton is seeking an experienced Systems Procurement Specialist to join our national intelligence program, delivering engineering, application development, deployment, operations, upgrades, and sustainment of products and services to achieve our client's global missions. This position is contingent on contract award.
Responsibilities
- Identify the procurement needs of the program.
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and compare offers.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
- Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
- Develop procurement strategies and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.
- Ensure that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
- Manage supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation.
- Forecast price and market trends to identify changes in buyer-supplier power.
- Resolve supplier or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
- Review and update procurement policies and procedures.
- Implement risk management for supply contracts and agreements.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with ability to pass a Poly clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required to hold this clearance.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree; minimum of 7 years with an associate’s degree; minimum of 3 years with a master’s degree; 0 years with a PhD; minimum of 9 years with no degree.
- Proven work experience as a procurement specialist or manager.
- Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as market awareness.
- Talent in negotiation and networking.
- Good knowledge of supplier or third-party management software.
- Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers.
- Experience in collecting and analyzing data.
- Strong leadership capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative to achieve goals.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with individuals at many different levels, both within and outside the organization.
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance (desired).
- BS or higher in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration (desired).
Pay
Target salary range: $66,000 – $106,000. Salary is determined by factors including scope and responsibilities, individual experience, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, geographic location, and business or contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Benefits
Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance and health savings account (HSA)
- Short- and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Parental leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
- Company-paid holidays
A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.