Analyst (Basic) – Procurement

Strategic Alliance Business Group (SABG); Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Strategic Alliance Business Group (SABG) in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Basic Procurement Analyst to support customer requirements and ensure timely deliverables for the Missile Defense Agency. The role is approximately 80% telework and 20% on-site at Redstone Arsenal, with a DoD Secret clearance requirement.

You will handle acquisition regulations, track purchases, maintain data, and generate reports while coordinating with customers and contractors. Strong Excel skills and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field; two years experience may substitute for the degree.
• Exceptional analytical skills for planning, analysis and trend review.
• Strong communication, multitasking, and cross-team collaboration abilities.
• Ability to organize, prioritize work and manage customer relationships.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Comply with federal acquisition regulations and agency guidelines for government purchase cards.
• Track and report status of purchases; identify order discrepancies, changes, cancellations, and dis-approvals.
• Obtain documentation for purchases in compliance with regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain and update customer database.
• Conduct research and analyze data; prepare and maintain statistical reports.
• Compose reports, procedures, and correspondence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

MS Excel

Detail oriented

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Brief Description

The Basic Procurement Analyst will support customer requirements to meet customer established timelines and other related duties in support of the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Facilities Operations DSF. This position requires approximately 80% telework and 20% on-site work.

Job Title

Analyst (Basic) – Procurement

Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance

Location

Huntsville, AL (Redstone Arsenal)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Comply with federal acquisition regulations and agency guidelines for government purchase cards.
• Track and report status of purchases; identify order discrepancies, changes, cancellations, and dis-approvals.
• Obtain documentation for purchases in compliance with federal acquisitions regulations and agency guidelines for government purchase cards.
• Maintain and update customer database.
• Conduct research and analyze data; prepare and maintain a variety of statistical reports, records and files.
• Compose reports, procedures, and correspondence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education And/Or Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field, no direct experience required, two years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Must possess exceptionally strong analytical skills to conduct planning and analysis, and trend analysis
• Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, able to support multiple projects, possess excellent communication skills, work well within a team, interact with multiple levels of management, and be able to manage customer and contractor relationships
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Skills in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Possess exceptionally strong MS Excel spreadsheet skills

Computer Skills

• Skilled in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Proficient in MS Excel spreadsheets

Clearance

Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

Competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, if needed; and develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS

SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact our Recruiting team at [e-mail].

FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact our Recruiting team at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

SABG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled