Procurement Specialist III Job located in Greenbelt, MD - Washington, United States - TRAX International

Description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Responsible for administration of general contracting and procurement functions. Advises other Supply team leads and team procurement specialists in the procurement of materials and services in support of GSFC supply requirements. Reviews and analyzes performance indicators for procurement and advises the Purchasing Manager. Prepares specialized solicitation documents to include complex special terms, conditions, and clauses applicable to the requirements. Promotes business opportunities. Purchase order obligation authority is $150,000.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administers the terms and conditions of contracts, introduces, and implements contract modifications.
* Supports the Supply Branch Manager and Purchasing Manager with analyzing proposed prices, evaluates technical and audit reports, forecasts price trends, and evaluates other pertinent economic factors.
* Assists and supports the Supply Branch Manager and Purchasing Manager in preparing plans and training, purchasing policies, selecting priorities, work objectives, delegation of work and procedures for the internal operations and procedures of the procurement phase of the commodity teams.
* Advises the Supply Branch Manager, Purchasing Manager, and Team Leads on compliance with the TRAX Purchasing Manual, Work Instructions, NASA FAR Supplement and the Federal Acquisition Regulations.
* Prepares special requirement purchases, as required. Experienced in Cost Reimbursable, Labor Hours, Time and Material and Fixed Price Contracts.
* Develops RFP requirements and conducts competitive procurements to include technical trade off and proposal response evaluation analysis and scoring. Prepares detailed analyses of bids/proposals/quotations for adequate competition, most advantageous price, and technical compliance, when required.
* Follow up on late or delayed deliveries, as needed.
* Maintains records, reports, data, statistics and documentation and track order movement, as required.
* Practices personal integrity and fairness with supplier, always.
* Analyzes all Procurement Reports, update requisition status and expedite delinquent delivers.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

* Eight years procurement and contracting experience including five years of supervisory experience with a firm/agency involved with government purchasing/contracting.
* Bachelors degree in business management, economics, accounting, finance, or another business-related field.
* One year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education. Relevant professional-level experience is defined as work experience must be at a professional-level in Federal Purchasing and Acquisitions.
* Specialized experience that has equipped the applicant with knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and contracting principles; laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing the Federal Purchasing/Acquisition process.
* Experience with large ERP supply and accounting systems.
* Experience with Cost-Reimbursable, Time and Material, Labor Hours, and Firm Fixed Price type procurements.
* Experience with Cost and Price analysis and purchases that are awarded on a competitive or noncompetitive basis.
* Experienced in purchasing in a Certified Purchasing System (CPS) environment.
* Intermediate or advanced skills in Excel are required.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
* Highly developed analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is a top priority.
* Must share a commitment to maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment while simultaneously optimizing individual performance and contribution.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

* The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment.
* Must be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
* Must be able to view computer monitor for extended periods of time.
* Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements:

* Must be a U.S. Citizen.
* Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
* Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions.

The lists above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX International reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Company DescriptionTRAX provides a unique approach to program management and energy solutions with a vast array of professional, technical services. Our successful track record proves that we understand what it takes to build and maintain trusted partnerships with our clients.

Government Services

Our solid management plan keeps the focus on our customers dynamic needs. We specialize in providing innovative, state-of-the-art solutions for our Government clientele. Our services include every professional, technical, logistical and support skillset requirement. Our personnel are highly trained to meet quality, safety, and program compliance accordingly. Follow this link to learn more.

Energy Solutions

Recognized as a pioneer of PC-based power plant simulation, weve proudly delivered over 150 full scope simulators since our inception in 1987. Whether you are designating a new plant, retrofitting an existing unit, or concerned about grid integrity, our experience, diversity, and constant attention to excellence provides you with the highest quality products on the market today. Follow this link to learn more.

Why TRAX?

Customer Focused, Performance Driven

TRAX is focused on high performance and high quality services in a safe environment. Our continuous improvement process is metrics-driven, outcome-based and consistently yields cost efficiencies and improved performance.

Cost-Effective

Our approach to project management recognizes the importance of being cost-effective while providing innovative solutions to servicing our complex programs. Were doing it now, and will continue doing so in the future.

Competent & Capable

Our risk management approach identifies and mitigates potential barriers up front, for successful project completion. We understand what it takes to successfully manage large, dynamic government contracts. At TRAX, we possess the incredible capability of taking what our customers do, and making it better.

Mission-Ready

Our workforce of skilled and highly motivated managers, engineers, scientists, logisticians, analysts, technicians and support personnel are committed to mission success as our customers trusted partner. We remain flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers, and current in government policies and evolving technology.Company DescriptionTRAX provides a unique approach to program management and energy solutions with a vast array of professional, technical services. Our successful track record proves that we understand what it takes to build and maintain trusted partnerships with our clients. Government ServicesOur solid management plan keeps the focus on our customers dynamic needs. We specialize in providing innovative, state-of-the-art solutions for our Government clientele. Our services include every professional, technical, logistical and support skillset requirement. Our personnel are highly trained to meet quality, safety, and program compliance accordingly. Follow this link to learn more.Energy SolutionsRecognized as a pioneer of PC-based power plant simulation, weve proudly delivered over 150 full scope simulators since our inception in 1987. Whether you are designating a new plant, retrofitting an existing unit, or concerned about grid integrity, our experience, diversity, and constant attention to excellence provides you with the highest quality products on the market today. Follow this link to learn more.Why TRAX?Customer Focused, Performance DrivenTRAX is focused on high performance and high quality services in a safe environment. Our continuous improvement process is metrics-driven, outcome-based and consistently yields cost efficiencies and improved performance.Cost-EffectiveOur approach to project management recognizes the importance of being cost-effective while providing innovative solutions to servicing our complex programs. Were doing it now, and will continue doing so in the future.Competent & CapableOur risk management approach identifies and mitigates potential barriers up front, for successful project completion. We understand what it takes to successfully manage large, dynamic government contracts. At TRAX, we possess the incredible capability of taking what our customers do, and making it better.Mission-ReadyOur workforce of skilled and highly motivated managers, engineers, scientists, logisticians, analysts, technicians and support personnel are committed to mission success as our customers trusted partner. We remain flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers, and current in government policies and evolving technology.