Principal Specialist, Material Management-Remote

Freddie Mac; Greenville (SC); Remote; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Freddie Mac is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement strategies for large-scale projects in a collaborative environment. This role involves managing material orders, supervising personnel, and ensuring compliance with regulations, thus offering an opportunity for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development and training courses

Competitive salary with potential for bonuses

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; six years of experience or ten years of relevant experience without a degree.
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage critical material orders.
• Understanding of federal regulations and procurement compliance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage critical material orders and supervise procurement personnel.
• Develop and manage requests for information (RFIs) and quotations (RFQs).
• Lead supplier interactions and support compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Technical Knowledge

Education

Accredited four (4) year degree in applicable field

Tools

Costpoint

Maximo

Job description

Employer Industry: Procurement and Project Management

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with company match
- Opportunity for professional development and training courses
- Competitive salary with potential for bonuses
- Engage in complex procurement strategies for large-scale projects
- Work in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
- Ability to travel up to 10% as needed

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Manage critical material orders and supervise procurement personnel on large projects
- Plan and execute material planning, purchasing, and logistics for complex commodities and engineered equipment
- Develop and manage requests for information (RFIs) and requests for quotations (RFQs)
- Lead supplier interactions and manage procurement strategies to meet program requirements
- Conduct formal procurement file maintenance and support compliance with project and regulatory requirements

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and six (6) years of work-related experience, or a total of ten (10) years of directly related experience if non-degreed
- Ability to communicate effectively with management, coworkers, clients, and vendors
- Job-related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Attention to detail and ability to work in a time-effective manner
- Understanding of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with DoD procurement/subcontract compliance, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR)
- Familiarity with acquisition strategies and contracting methods under FAR
- Proficiency in Costpoint and Maximo software
- Experience supporting procurement for prime proposal opportunities
- Ability to communicate fluently in English (read, write, and speak)

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