Procurement Specialist

Systems Engineering Associates Corporation; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

401k with 8% match

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

SEACORP in Middletown, RI seeks a Procurement Specialist to oversee the logistics components of the Electronic Warfare Business Area, from placing orders to delivery. The role demands strong supply management, meticulous record-keeping, and vendor relationship building.

You will work with Operations and Program teams, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and use Costpoint and eQuip to manage transactions and reporting. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred and a Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred but not required.
• 3 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Level Security Clearance is required.
• Experience in supply chain, logistics or inventory control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for procurement requests and process requisitions and purchase orders.
• Obtain vendor quotations to secure best value while meeting quality, delivery, and budget requirements.
• Source goods and services from qualified suppliers in accordance with policies and government procurement regulations.
• Review procurement requests for completeness, accuracy, funding, and compliance.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Costpoint

eQuip

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SEACORP is seeking a well-qualifiedProcurement Specialist.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Job Summary :SEACORP is looking for a Procurement Specialist to oversee and facilitate the components of the Electronic Warfare Business Area logistics system from placing orders to transportation to delivery. The Procurement Specialist should be well-versed in supply management principles and practices. The ideal candidate will have great record-keeping abilities and a customer-oriented approach. The goal is to maintain smooth operations between various groups, work closely with multiple layers of management, successfully maintain relationships with vendors and be able to track and update spreadsheets as well as maintain eQuip. A Procurement Specialist should be an excellent relationship builder with good interpersonal skills. Analysts will have experience with data collection and analysis tools and know how to develop recommendations to improve the supply chain process.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for procurement requests, ensuring timely and accurate processing of purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Obtain vendor quotations to secure the best value while meeting quality, delivery, and budget requirements.
• Source goods and services from qualified suppliers in accordance with company policies, contractual obligations, and government procurement regulations.
• Review procurement requests for completeness, accuracy, funding availability, and compliance prior to processing.
• Create purchase requisitions and track purchase orders in Costpoint and other procurement systems through final receipt and closeout.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and other purchasing conditions.
• Maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of procurement issues.
• Coordinate with Operations and Program teams to identify purchasing needs and support project requirements.
• Monitor order status, expedite deliveries when necessary, and communicate updates to requesting departments.
• Reconcile procurement documentation, invoices, packing slips, and receiving records to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain project specific spending and ordering within a Procurement Workbook.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS), and other applicable government contracting requirements, as applicable.
• Utilize Costpoint, eQuip, Microsoft Excel, and other business systems to manage procurement transactions, reporting, and data analysis.
• Support audits by maintaining complete, accurate, and compliant procurement documentation.
• Assist in developing and improving procurement procedures, workflows, and internal controls to enhance operational efficiency.
• Perform other procurement, purchasing, and operational support duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred but not required.

Experience : 3 years of experience.Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Level Security Clearance is Required.

Additional Required Experience:

• Some experience in supply chain, logistics or inventory control
  
• Experience working in and maintaining databases using Microsoft Excel
  
• Professional communication skills when conversing and negotiating with vendors
  
• Exceptional ability to conceptualize large-picture projects and foresee challenges
  
• Ability to research companies and determine the best vendors for various projects
  
• Experience in customer service or hospitality is a plus
  
• Warehouse experience is a plus
  
• Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of logistics software (ERP & eQuip)
  
• Ability to constructively collaborate with various individuals with a variety of personalities.
  
• Adaptability, as well as skills in dealing with uncertainties.
  
• Ability to adjust in a teamwork environment.

Ideal Experience:

• Knowledge of supply chain laws, regulations and ITAR requirements preferred.
  
• Experience in U.S. Navy/Military programs or operations is preferred.

As a requirement of employment, all SEACORP employees must hold U.S. Citizenship.

Location: Middletown, RI

Travel: None

Clearance: Secret

Work Environment & Physical Demands: Office & Computer Laboratories - Sitting, standing, extended periods of time using a mouse and keyboard and viewing computer screens. Infrequent lifting of <40lbs. Movement between points within the same office or between buildings. Work is performed in generally consistent environmental conditions with some seasonality for temperature differences and lighting.

Successful candidates will enjoy competitive wages and a very rich benefit program, including:

• Medical Benefits: Choice of two medical insurance programs through Blue Cross & Blue Shield.
• Dental Benefits: A best in class Dental Insurance Plan through Delta Dental.
• Vision Benefits: An excellent Vision Benefit providing discounts and allowances for prescription glasses and contact lenses.
• Retirement Benefits:A qualified 401(k) Retirement Savings Account with a generous employer matching contribution up to 8% of your eligible compensation.
• Life Insurance Benefits: Employer paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance equal to your annual salary. Supplemental coverage is available for you and qualified family members as well as Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Additional Benefits: Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year (including 2 floating Holidays), a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program; Tuition Reimbursement, and Referral Bonuses.

Undersea, on the surface, or in the air, SEACORP leverages its software and engineering expertise to deliver cutting edge warfare systems.

SEACORP is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. SEACORP strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.