Procurement Specialist

General Dynamics Land Systems US; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k match

Educational assistance

9/80 work schedule

On-site amenities

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems is seeking a Mid-Career Professional to manage indirect purchasing, oversee supplier interactions, and drive procurement activities for a broad set of programs in Sterling Heights, MI. This role emphasizes RFP/RFQ leadership, cost analysis, and effective vendor collaboration to support production schedules.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5–7 years in procurement or supply chain, and strong Oracle system experience, along

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related business field.
• 5–7 years of relevant procurement or supply chain experience.
• Proficiency with Oracle and related business systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes.
• Ability to multi-task and manage workload.
• Capable of working collaboratively to meet objectives.
• High standard of business ethics and conduct.
• Ability to operate autonomously and resolve complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFPs and RFQs.
• Perform cost analysis and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Create and process purchase orders per GDLS procedures.
• Provide customer service to internal and external stakeholders, resolve payment discrepancies.
• Negotiate terms, costs, and scope of work.
• Prepare and administer purchase orders; monitor performance.
• Manage long-term agreements and contract purchase agreements.
• Support planning for material and service requirements.
• Expedite parts to meet schedules.
• Coordinate onboarding of new suppliers, including NDAs.
• Interpret drawings and specs for procurement.
• Collaborate with requestors on supplier development.
• Ensure compliance with procurement laws and internal policies.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to senior leadership.
• Travel up to 20%.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Procurement experience

Oracle proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Ethics & compliance

Autonomy

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related business field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Procurement systems

Job description

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Date Posted: Aug 6, 2026
Category: Supply Chain/Materials/Warehousing
Requisition ID: 14950
Career Level: Mid-Career
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Clearance Type: None

Responsible for managing all interactions between GD Land Systems and suppliers, overseeing a variety of purchasing orders and subcontracts supporting the Indirect Purchasing Team.

About GDLS

We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters.

At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.

From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world.

That’s why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win.

Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let’s shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Supply Chain Management or Business related degree
• 5–7 years of relevant professional experience (procurement or supply chain preferred, if applicable)
• Proficiency with Oracle and related business/computer systems
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Solid understanding of procurement processes
• Demonstrated ability to effectively multi-task and manage workload/buying deck
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment to meet objectives and performance metrics
• High standard of business ethics and professional conduct
• High capability to operate autonomously and problem solve complex matters

Responsibilities

• Lead the solicitation and preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs)
• Perform cost analysis and evaluation of supplier proposals and quotes
• Complete and process formal purchase orders in accordance with GDLS procedures
• Provide customer service support to internal and external stakeholders, including resolution of payment discrepancies
• Conduct proposal negotiations covering cost, terms and conditions, payment terms, and scope of work
• Prepare, place, and administer purchase orders, monitoring performance to ensure compliance with requirements and scope of work
• Implement and manage long-term agreements and contract purchase agreements
• Support planning activities related to material and service requirements
• Expedite parts and materials to meet program and production schedules
• Coordinate onboarding of new suppliers, including execution of NDAs
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate procurement of goods and services
• Partner with requestors to support supplier development initiatives
• Ensure GDLS compliance with applicable procurement laws, regulations, and internal policies
• Prepare and deliver presentations to senior leadership, both internal and external, as required
• Collaborate as an active team member and assist/mentor colleagues as needed
• Travel up to 20% as required to support business needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We Offer

• We offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you
• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k match up to (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 work schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
• On-going learning opportunities rewarding work environment
• (Sterling Heights Facility) Modern office, onsite cafeteria including Coffee Cafe, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

Additional Information

• Availability to work outside regular business hours as needed,to address critical issues.
• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com.General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems’ equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform.General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans..If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to [emailprotected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.