Strategic Procurement & Contracts Lead

Nassco; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

NASSCO, located in San Diego, is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to support new construction and repair programs. You will handle procurement, contract negotiation, EAC estimates, budgeting, and material forecasting, ensuring compliance with policies and driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and costs.

Reporting to SCM Department supervision, you will manage supplier performance, oversee inventory, and coordinate with other departments to resolve issues affecting

Qualifications

• 2 years of Purchasing experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Liberal Arts or related field.
• Participate in acquisitions requiring multidisciplinary participation.
• Identify and resolve problems posed by evolving supply chain events and occurrences.
• Strong understanding of the range of supply chain functions, including logistics, inventory and receiving management.
• Knowledge of material commodity market trends. Proven ability to independently evaluate, negotiate and prepare price/cost analyses.
• Knowledge of FAR / DFARS and other regulations impacting the procurement process.
• Experience in executing procurements in accordance with various procurement rules and regulations for both government and commercial contracts and subcontracts.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all aspects of acquisition, manage suppliers and/or perform related inventory/supply analyst functions for government and commercial programs and capital projects.
• Analyze and negotiate terms and conditions of purchase orders; prepare contract terms and monitor performance; issue contract modifications while adhering to budget and schedule.
• Manage and oversee inventory of multiple commodities.
• Develop and analyze Estimates at Completion (EAC). Authority to commit to purchases up to a certain dollar limit.
• Contribute to cost down and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance to less experienced supply chain personnel as appropriate.
• Establish good relationships with suppliers; enforce contract provisions and resolve disagreements.
• Prepare procurement packages in accordance with SCM procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Interpret contract documents for compliance with prime contracts and government procurement regulations.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Acquisitions

Cost analysis

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Government procurement

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Liberal Arts or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

NASSCO, located in San Diego, is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to support new construction and repair programs. You will handle procurement, contract negotiation, EAC estimates, budgeting, and material forecasting, ensuring compliance with policies and driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and costs.

Reporting to SCM Department supervision, you will manage supplier performance, oversee inventory, and coordinate with other departments to resolve issues affecting