Procurement Specialist I

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Examines and analyzes departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information. Review, analyze, and interpret procurement materials, such as RFP, RFQ and distill information for use in budget preparation.

DUTIES

• Creates purchase orders for the acquisition of materials and follows through from cradle to grave.
• Determines method to process requisition based on dollar amount, timeliness required, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding
• Uses knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures related to vendor sourcing
• Perform and maintain activities required for DCAA audits
• Maintains PO CPSR files
• Works with Drawings and Bills of Material
• Resolves issues with Purchase Orders, Deliveries and RFQs/RFPs
• Compile, analyze, and document supplier pricing data, historical data in determining best value for purchase orders and proposal bids.
• Prepare and document priced Bill of Material and Material (BOM) cost estimate development
• Coordinate with Project Managers to help develop pricing support for contract modification.
• Works in a team environment
• Generate Open Status/Expedite report, work late deliveries and enter expedite notes into Cost Point
• Performs a variety of tasks - a certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected
• Self-motivated with acute attention to detail
• Maintain existing supplier relationships and initiate potential new supplier relationships
• Provide routine administrative support
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree or experience may be substituted for a degree.
• 2 years of minimum experience in the field or related area.
• Proficient in Excel
• Experience in creating and working with Bills of Material and government drawings
• Skill in preparing and analyzing complex technical specifications and bids.
• Must have the ability to perform and apply cost/estimating and pricing principles to review, compile and analyze supplier cost and historical data
• Understanding of regulatory requirements (ITAR, FAR etc.)
• Experience with Deltek CostPoint preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Must be able to walk or stand on level and/or inclined surfaces and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to routinely climb / descend stairs.
• On occasion must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows / knees, and reach above / below shoulders.
• Works in a normal office environment with controlled temperature and lighting conditions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities: Tyonek Native Corporation provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without discrimination because of age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.