Procurement Specialist

Company: Perspecta
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Job Description:

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can't be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.Peraton has a compelling opportunity to transition, sustain, and modernize mission critical networks for a unique customer in the Washington Metro Area (WMA).Peraton responsibilities include review of the current system architecture, sustainment of current operations, design of a new cloud-based architecture, development and deployment of new capabilities, and continual system refresh and enhancement.Required QualificationsResponsible for purchasing highly complex or unusual, technical, or high value materials, supplies, or services. Leads aspects of strategic sourcing, which may include, Statement of Work (SOW) and Request for Proposal (RFP) preparation, proposal evaluation, price/cost analysis, contract negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration. Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates in order to determine the best bid among potential suppliers. Tracks the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders. Selects, and recommends suppliers and negotiates price, quality, and service. Follows up on all awards until completion of order. Prepares purchase orders and sends copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests. Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering change orders. Oversees and/or conducts supplier site visits as necessary.Bachelors Degree with 8+ Years experience, Masters Degree with 6+ Years experience, PhD Degree with 3+ Years of experience.Active Top Secret Clearance required with the ability to obtain a higher level clearance if needed.

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