What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist III (Evergreen) position at TSC?
TSC is seeking a Procurement Specialist III. The Procurement Specialist is a self-starter with a proven track record in sourcing and procurement. An experienced negotiator, you will secure favorable terms and pricing from suppliers and comply with best practice procurement standards, FAR/DFARS regulations, and TSC policies and procedures. As an advocate of continuous improvement, you will execute the job responsibilities with a customer-focused approach.
The successful candidate will operate, with limited supervision, in a cross-functional environment, and will directly interface with the program office, engineering, contracts, pricing, quality, material management, and other parts of the organization. This position would be performed on a remote basis.
Responsibilities:
Applying to TSC: Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
The successful candidate will operate, with limited supervision, in a cross-functional environment, and will directly interface with the program office, engineering, contracts, pricing, quality, material management, and other parts of the organization. This position would be performed on a remote basis.
Responsibilities:
- Review technical project requirements/requisitions/commodities and issue supplier solicitations with consideration to prime solicitation instructions and contract flow-down.
- Promote full and open competition to the extent possible. Partner and support internal and external customers in justifying a sole or single source selection when competition is not feasible to meet program/project objectives (only one source, schedule, cost, and quality).
- Review and negotiate material/service offers, purchase order terms and conditions, and credit terms with suppliers.
- Evaluate, select, and award contracts to responsible and responsive sources of supply with consideration to FAR and DFARS regulations, and Program objectives. In addition, engage, influence, and improve supplier performance.
- Manage open orders ensuring the accuracy of data to facilitate a two/three-way match allowing for timely receipt and payment.
- Communicate, update, and control critical information to keep stakeholders informed, particularly on issues that have the potential to adversely affect the project.
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
- BS/BA in Supply Chain, Business, or S.T.E.M. Additional years of relevant experience can be substituted for a degree.
- 5 or more years of progressive years of experience in sourcing, negotiation, and procurement roles; US Defense industry preferred.
- US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
- Supply Chain Professional Certifications, NCMA/ISM preferred.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of Enterprise/Material Requirements Planning (ERP/MRP), CostPoint experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool.
- Knowledge of Contract Procurement Systems Review (CPSR) requirements and the ability to prepare compliance procurement files.
- Proficiency in performing market research to determine the optimal strategy for procuring supplies and services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team/matrixed organization.
- Highly organized, critical, and analytical thinker, excellent problem-solver.
- Adaptable to change and highly resolved to overcome challenges.
Applying to TSC: Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
