Defense Procurement Specialist: FAR & Supplier Relations

Karman Space & Defense; Gulfport (MS); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA) with公司匹配

Zusammenfassung

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a seasoned Procurement Specialist to drive sourcing for submarine and naval programs. You will build supplier relationships, issue competitive federal quotes, and ensure cost, quality, and delivery targets align with production needs.

Work with finance, production, and engineering to maintain compliant, timely procurement decisions under FAR guidance, supporting uninterrupted manufacturing and regulatory compliance.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or higher in business, supply chain, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of procurement experience, preferably in federal contracting.
• Strong negotiation skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Proficiency with procurement software and ERP familiarity; MS Office skills.
• Knowledge of federal procurement processes and compliance standards.

Aufgaben

• Source materials, supplies, and services to meet production needs.
• Negotiate terms and build strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate purchasing to prevent delays.
• Prepare and manage competitive quotes for federal contracts with internal teams.
• Analyze costs, lead times, and supplier capabilities for competitive bids.
• Ensure compliance with FAR during sourcing and bidding activities.
• Evaluate vendor performance using quality, delivery, and cost metrics; conduct audits.
• Address vendor issues to maintain schedule and quality.
• Maintain accurate PO, quote, and contract records for audits.
• Collaborate with finance, production, and engineering to support timely procurement.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

FAR knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

MS Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a seasoned Procurement Specialist to drive sourcing for submarine and naval programs. You will build supplier relationships, issue competitive federal quotes, and ensure cost, quality, and delivery targets align with production needs.

Work with finance, production, and engineering to maintain compliant, timely procurement decisions under FAR guidance, supporting uninterrupted manufacturing and regulatory compliance.