Procurement Specialist

Amentum; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Educational Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tax Savings Options

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support Space Force Range operations, leveraging FAR compliance and strong vendor management. This role will manage purchasing activities, BPAs, and reporting within ERP systems.

You will coordinate security requirements for vendors, help with budgeting, and drive efficiency through developed tools and processes. Requires DoD-related procurement experience and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of purchasing experience, including government contracts and FAR compliance.
• Experience in supply chain management, logistics, and vendor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing activities for materials, supplies, and services in compliance with FAR and policies.
• Solicit, evaluate, and award purchase orders, including competitive bids.
• Validate requisitions and prepare purchase orders with accurate delivery timelines.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and resolve discrepancies.
• Issue and maintain BPAs and ensure procurement record retention.
• Coordinate badging and security requirements for vendors accessing Space Force bases.
• Expedite deliveries and monitor vendor performance.
• Process invoices and collaborate with Accounts Payable for timely payments.
• Support budgeting activities and expenditure tracking using Excel and ERP systems.
• Develop and maintain procurement tools to improve efficiency and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Budget planning

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or related field

Tools

MS Office

MAXIMO

Cost Point

PeopleSoft

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support the Space Force Range contract (SFRC)

Position Summary

The Procurement Specialist will manage the acquisition of materials, supplies, and services essential for Space Force Range operations. This role requires expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulations, vendor management, and cost control to ensure timely and compliant procurement processes that support mission-critical activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing activities for materials, supplies, and services in compliance with FAR and organizational policies.
• Solicit, evaluate, and award purchase orders, including competitive bids for requirements.
• Validate incoming purchase requisitions and prepare purchase orders with accurate delivery timelines.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and resolve discrepancies related to damage, returns, or cancellations.
• Issue and maintain Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) and ensure procurement record retention.
• Coordinate badging and security requirements for vendors accessing Space Force bases.
• Expedite deliveries and monitor vendor performance to maintain quality standards.
• Process invoices and collaborate with Accounts Payable for timely payment approvals.
• Support budgeting activities, including fiscal year allocations and expenditure tracking using advanced Excel and ERP systems.
• Develop and maintain procurement tools to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Required Skills:

• Strong communication (written and oral)
• Problem-solving and research skills
• Budget planning and cost analysis
• Detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of purchasing experience, including government contracts and FAR compliance.
• Expertise in supply chain management, logistics, and vendor negotiations.
• Experience in MS Office, MAXIMO, Cost Point, and PeopleSoft systems.
• Previous procurement support for Space Force or similar government contracts preferred
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver's License

Compensation Details:

$75,000 to $85,000 annually

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

09/22/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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