Procurement Analyst / Buyer

Culmen International, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Culmen International is seeking a Procurement Analyst / Buyer to support the Defense Logistics Agency. This role involves crafting procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance for effective logistics services for military operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, excellent organizational skills, and be able to obtain a Secret US Government Clearance.

Benefits

Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401k - Vested immediately and 4% match

Life insurance and disability paid by the company

Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education

12 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Familiarity with FAR and DLA systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategy and supplier strategies.
• Conduct market research and purchase materials.
• Qualify vendors and negotiate prices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Strong computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Procurement Analyst / Buyer

Job Locations

US-Remote

ID

2025-4027

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Clearance Requirements

Secret

About the Role

Culmen International is hiring a Procurement Analyst / Buyer to provide support for the Defense Logistics Agency.

In support of DLA's mission, DLA Distribution is a combat support organization providing a single, unified material distribution system for DoD under DLA management. The DLA Distribution mission is to provide an integrated pipeline that sustains our Armed Forces around the world with innovative and tailored logistics services that are ever improving in terms of cost, timeliness, and relative value. The DLA Distribution vision is to provide best value, competitive distribution services to the war fighter around the world, around the clock. DLA Distribution responsibilities include receipt, storage, issue, packaging, and worldwide transportation of all items placed under its accountability by the DLA and the military services. DLA Distribution also performs distribution services that are unique to a particular customer.

What You'll Do in Your New Role

The Distribution Procurement Analyst / Buyer (DPA/B) is responsible for development of procurement strategy, specific supplier strategies, evaluation / recommendation / and implementation of procuring and activities related to securing supplier, logistics and materials. The DPA/B will coordinate between the Procurement, Supply Chain organization, and Operations teams to monitor the development of supplier pricing and strategies in support of the contract. This may include, but not be limited to the following:

Conduct market research, purchase materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the Government in accordance with Competition in Supplies, of the basic contract.
• Qualify vendors, evaluate bids, and negotiate prices and terms for purchased goods and services
• Track purchases, monitor vendor quality, and maintain a current database of vendor information
• Conduct compliant procurement of materials/services.
• Performs cost analysis and vendor tracking
• Ensures documentation for audit readiness
• Conduct needs assessments and make recommendations to Program leadership
• Represent the organization professionally at internal and external meetings and forums
• Collaborate with other trainers, managers, and government POC's to ensure procurement strategies are in line with Contract goals and requirements
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information
• Ensuring compliance, performance and reporting requirements are met successfully
• Recommend, develop, implement, and enforce procedures/programs to increase efficiency and improve cost effectiveness to the program

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain preferred
• Five (5) years or more of experience in procurement and supply chain management Familiarity with FAR and DLA systems preferred
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain Secret Clearance
• As needed, ability to successfully pass any medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of any deployment

About the Company

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security,
strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

• Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of the premiums paid by the company for all eligible employees and their eligible dependents (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)
• 401k - Vested immediately and 4% match
• Life insurance and disability paid by the company
• AFLAC Available
• Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education
• 12 Paid Holidays

To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com

At Culmen International, we are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace that upholds the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We believe in the importance of fair treatment and equal access to opportunities for all employees and applicants. Our commitment to these principles is unwavering across all our operations worldwide.