Strategic Sourcing Lead – Government Contracts (FAR/DFAR)

Day & Zimmermann Company; Middletown (IA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann Company in Iowa’s Middletown is seeking a Strategic Supply Chain Specialist 1, DZMG to support FAR/DFAR-based subcontract administration for U.S. Government prime contracts, procuring goods, services and equipment for the Munitions organization.

You will work across the sourcing lifecycle, prepare RBLs, issue RFQs, evaluate bids, assist negotiations, issue POs, manage changes, resolve supplier disputes, and help meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 3+ years of sourcing or procurement experience.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR and government contracting principles.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Participates in supplier selection for RFQ/RFP processes.
• Supports sourcing lifecycle: RFQs, bids, bid evaluation, negotiations, POs, subcontracts, change orders, closeouts.
• Liaises with Business Unit Management to address deadlines and deliverables.
• Identifies cost-saving opportunities and pricing negotiations.
• Maintains supplier relationships and audits for compliance.
• Supports Estimating team as required.

Skills

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Sourcing/negotiation

Communication skills

MS Office

SAP/ERP systems

Government contracting experience

Education

BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP/ERP Systems

Job description

Day & Zimmermann Company in Iowa’s Middletown is seeking a Strategic Supply Chain Specialist 1, DZMG to support FAR/DFAR-based subcontract administration for U.S. Government prime contracts, procuring goods, services and equipment for the Munitions organization.

You will work across the sourcing lifecycle, prepare RBLs, issue RFQs, evaluate bids, assist negotiations, issue POs, manage changes, resolve supplier disputes, and help meet production schedules.