Procurement Specialist

Apex Systems; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems, LLC in Marlborough, MA is hiring a Procurement Specialist to execute IOTs, POs, and Subcontracts for materials, software, and services while ensuring compliance with FAR, DFAR, and AMS guidelines.

You will work with Program Management, Quality, Finance, and Legal to optimize supplier performance, conduct price analyses, and negotiate terms. Experience with SAP and import/export regulations is preferred. The role requires a Master's degree and strong analytical ability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a related field preferred.
• Strong analytical and negotiation abilities required.
• Experience with government procurement regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage complex IOTs, POs, and Subcontracts for materials, software, and services.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFAR, AMS, and client requirements throughout all program phases.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Quality, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage strategic suppliers focusing on quality, reliability, and cost.
• Lead bid/proposal activities, PIAs/NDAs, and Teaming Agreements.
• Perform price analyses and supplier assessments to identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead negotiations on price, schedule, and terms/conditions.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs to drive improvements.
• Support invoice processing and issue resolution related to POs/Subcontracts.
• Experience with SAP and international import/export regulations is preferred.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

## Job Description# Procurement Specialist* Execute and manage complex IOTs, POs, and Subcontracts for materials, software, and services.* Ensure compliance with Government (FAR, DFAR, AMS), customer, and company requirements through all program phases.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Program Management, Quality, Finance, and Legal.* Identify, evaluate, and manage strategic supplier relationships, focusing on quality, reliability, and cost-efficiency.* Execute bid/proposal activities, PIAs/NDAs, and Teaming Agreements.* Review and assist in the development of Subcontract Statements of Work (SSOW).* Perform in-depth price analyses and conduct supplier assessments to identify risks and opportunities.* Lead negotiations regarding price, schedule, and terms/conditions.* Manage supplier performance against key indicators to drive continuous improvement.* Support invoice approvals, inquiries, and issue resolution related to POs/Subcontracts.* Experience with U.S. Government procurement regulations and purchasing.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.* Master's Degree.* Experience in a contracts/procurement role with responsibility for sourcing, placing orders, price analysis, negotiations, and supplier management.* Experience with FAR, DFAR, and FAA AMS.* Experience with international requirements, including import/export regulations.* Experience working with and leading cross-functional teams.* Experience with Statements of Work.* Experience with SAP.* Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills.* Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.