Strategic Contracts & Procurement Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, VA is seeking a Supply Chain Administrator to support a team of procurement professionals. You will manage a portfolio of subcontracts and direct procurement, ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with policies.

You will collaborate with program leaders, demand planners, and suppliers, negotiate terms, monitor performance, and prepare regular reports. A Secret clearance and a bachelor's degree are required, with 5+ years in related roles and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with project coordination, supply chain, subcontracts, purchasing, logistics, or operations.
• 3+ years of experience in federal procurement or subcontract management, including overseeing proposals, supplier selection and negotiations, and subcontract administration to support U.S. government programs.
• Experience working directly with suppliers and their sub-tiers with product delivery.
• Experience with procurement software and tools such as ERP systems or e-procurement platforms.
• Experience with contract management software and tools.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite programs such as Excel, Word, or PowerPoint.
• Ability to function independently as a self-starter and manage work efficiently.
• Ability to collaborate with program leadership and stakeholders to drive delivery of procurements.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

• Support procurement strategies that align with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Meet performance expectations and objectives ensuring alignment with the market account managers’ overall business strategies.
• Collaborate with program managers, capture teams, and senior leaders to develop accurate demand forecasts.
• Collaborate with demand planners and suppliers to manage inventory levels to optimize availability while minimizing costs.
• Identify potential risks within the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
• Provide expert advice and counsel to program leadership on subcontract or direct procurement matters, including advising on contract types, regulatory and corporate policy compliance requirements, organizational conflicts of interest, and risk management and mitigation.
• Interface directly with internal departments to address any issues or concerns that may arise during the capture, proposal development, contract negotiations, sourcing, and execution phases.
• Ensure that all procurement activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Work with a group of administrators to foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Work with supply chain managers to help identify and support opportunities to provide guidance, advice, support, and knowledge to less-experienced administrators and technical staff.
• Analyze your portfolio to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation to drive operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work with market and supply chain leadership to incorporate data analytics and forecasting tools and techniques to anticipate customer demands, navigate through industry disruptors, and increase operational efficiency.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage a portfolio of procurement requirements and negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or concerns proactively to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Prepare and present regular reports to market account managers on procurement performance, including spend analysis, supplier performance metrics, and market trends.
• Utilize insights from data analysis to inform strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement in procurement practices.

Skills

project coordination

federal procurement

supplier management

procurement software

contract management

MS Office

independent work

stakeholder collaboration

Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

e-procurement platforms

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, VA is seeking a Supply Chain Administrator to support a team of procurement professionals. You will manage a portfolio of subcontracts and direct procurement, ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with policies.

You will collaborate with program leaders, demand planners, and suppliers, negotiate terms, monitor performance, and prepare regular reports. A Secret clearance and a bachelor's degree are required, with 5+ years in related roles and