Procurement Specialist

Overview

Under direction of Manager, Supply Chain, the Procurement Specialist will buy and administer purchase orders for various V2X Programs within the CENTCOM region which may involve both foreign and domestic vendors. This position will execute and administer various types of Purchase Orders (POs) through close-out, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures, legal guidelines, FAR/DFARS clauses, and customer requirements. Responsible for protecting the legal and financial interest of V2X Systems Corporation during all discussions and interactions with customers and suppliers. Drafts Request for Quotes, determines price reasonableness, leads negotiation efforts with suppliers, and reviews and interprets clauses, PO modifications, agreements and other legal documents as required, while exercising sound ethical and professional judgment within a broadly defined best practice and written policy structure. Cradle to grave ownership of PO, to include ensuring material is received and invoices are processed in a timely manner. Develops vendor base and registers new vendors in 319 vendor onboarding portal. Supports all internal and external audits. Operates under the functional guidance of Supply Chain organization and Corporate Procurement Manual, while coordinating closely with other functional departments.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Purchasing of primarily materials / supplies in support of the program.
• Responsible for the total procurement process - sourcing thru closure of purchase order, to include thorough documentation.
• Purchases a variety of services, materials, and supplies.
• Reviews purchase requisitions and places orders with approved suppliers.
• Evaluate bids, selects and recommends suppliers, negotiates price, delivery, quality and service.
• Follows up on all awards until completion of order
• Works with Accounts Payable as required resolving issues on suppliers’ invoices.
• Responsible for all documentation associated with a purchase as required by government and company policies.
• Performs other duties assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Experience:
• Must have 2-4 years' purchasing experience.
• Have a working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations, (FAR), DoD FAR Supplement, and other departmental supplements as applicable, as well as proven ability to influence internal stakeholders and work collaboratively.
• Sales and data analytics experience a plus.
• Other Requirements:
• Overtime may be required.
• Skills
• English language skills to communicate and negotiate with vendors.
• Customer service oriented, detail focused, pro-active behavior, multi-task capability.
• Must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and orally.
• Good problem solving, negotiation and organizational skills/techniques, strong communicator, possesses analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Functionally skilled in Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.
• Physical Requirements:
• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
  

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.