Take ownership of end-to-end procurement process, from sourcing vendors to managing purchase orders and closure activities post-payment.
Identify qualified vendors for products and services, ensuring compliance with International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Controlled Goods requirements.
Secure Non-Disclosure or Proprietary Information Agreement (PIA) as necessary prior to release of drawings or controlled documents.
Prepare and issue Requests for Quotations (RFQ), validate quotation compliance, and perform price and delivery comparisons to select the optimal source in line with company policies.
Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring compliance with contractual and quality terms and conditions.
Proactively monitor and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery, addressing any potential delays, service issues or financial impacts.
Maintain accurate electronic records, generate weekly reports to track progress, and monitor metrics.
Provide input for the development and improvement of procurement strategies, department procedures and supply chain processes.
Reconcile purchase and invoice discrepancies, ensuring compliance with subcontract/contract, purchasing policies, goals and objectives.
Actively participate in department and operational meetings, coordinate and communicate vendor issues and support reporting activities to demonstrate compliance.
Drive and maintain strong data discipline

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced Degree in a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.
Experience in Government procurement
Familiarity with US Government Acquisition regulations and their impact on vendors, internal and external processes.
Experience with SAP/PRISM or similar systems is an asset.
Strong understanding of the Supply Chain lifecycle and roles/responsibilities at different project stages.
Understanding of purchasing concepts, negotiation tactics/techniques, and material management principles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies effectively.
Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities and manage a high volume of work efficiently.
Ability to multi-task and perform effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, changing environment.
Proven ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal internal customers.

Senior Analyst, Procurement

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