Strategic Procurement Specialist

Tennessee Valley Authority; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Valley Authority is seeking a Procurement Agent to manage standard and non-standard procurement transactions within the supply chain. You will interview suppliers, execute contracts, and coordinate documentation to ensure compliance with requirements.

The role covers contracting, materials planning, and reporting, with focus on supplier performance and value optimization. B.S. in business or related field preferred; CM/CA training desired.

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. in business administration or related field.
• CM/CA training modules is desired.
• Experience with procurement processes and contracting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview suppliers for local sourcing activities and evaluate bids.
• Execute contracts, agreements, and/or releases; ensure compliance with requirements.
• Prepare supplier documentation and procedures; coordinate evaluation of suppliers with customers.
• Create requisitions and input procurement data into systems; generate standard reports.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

Inventory planning

Data entry

Supply chain software

Communication

Education

B.S. in business administration or related field

Job description

Tennessee Valley Authority is seeking a Procurement Agent to manage standard and non-standard procurement transactions within the supply chain. You will interview suppliers, execute contracts, and coordinate documentation to ensure compliance with requirements.

The role covers contracting, materials planning, and reporting, with focus on supplier performance and value optimization. B.S. in business or related field preferred; CM/CA training desired.