Procurement Specialist II - 1708

Scientific Applications and Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of commercial companies and Government agencies. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems; partnering with our customers to address real world problems with cost effective solutions… that work. SARA is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to support activities out of our Colorado Springs, CO location. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn, supporting talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-standing programs and new programs for our customers. In this role the Senior Procurement Specialist will perform day-to-day purchasing and procurement functions for various systems and products. The selectee will impact all aspects of supplier communications, product pricing, quality, and schedule-building. Core Procurement Responsibilities: Own purchase orders and subcontracts from requisition through closeout for materials, parts, services, and sometimes lower-tier subcontractors Solicit quotes, run competitive bids, and document source selection when competition is required Negotiate price, delivery, terms, and changes; issue purchase orders, amendments, and termination or stop-work notices Manage the open-order book: expedite, resolve shortages, track deliveries, and clear receiving discrepancies Recommend make-or-buy and single-source justifications when competition is not practical Verifying product requirements and coordinating material purchases for programs Reviewing purchase requisitions for clarity, compliance, detail, completeness, and obtaining additional information, if applicable Preparing purchase orders using Costpoint software Ensuring readiness of supplier documentation such as terms and conditions and NDAs prior to engagement Coordinating vendor returns for material issues Quoting and sourcing a BOM (Bill of Material) at the best price Government-contract compliance Apply FAR, DFARS, and customer flow-down clauses to purchase orders (for example Truthful Cost or Pricing Data, counterfeit-parts rules, specialty metals, cybersecurity, small-business subcontracting, etc.) Classify buys correctly: commercial item, competitive, sole source, rated order, and orders with government-furnished property Build and keep the file for each purchase order that complies with a CPSR or DCMA review requirements; containing market research, competition record, price analysis or cost analysis, negotiation memo, flow-down checklist, and consent or notification when required Flow down the right clauses to suppliers and confirm they can meet them before award, especially on rated orders, export-controlled hardware, and cybersecurity (DFARS 252.204-7012 / CMMC-related requirements) Supplier and risk management Qualify and maintain suppliers; track performance on quality, delivery, and responsiveness Identify counterfeit, obsolescence, and single-source risk on long-lead and flight or mission hardware Coordinate with quality, engineering, and contracts on first-article, source inspection, and nonconformances Handle export-controlled and ITAR/EAR purchases with the right markings, access limits, and supplier statements Internal partnership Work with program managers and engineering on bills of material, need dates, and spec changes Work with contracts on customer consent, advance notification, and purchasing-system procedure Work with receiving, inventory, and finance on three-way match, accruals, and government property Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (will substitute years of experience in lieu of degree) 6 – 10 years of experience in government purchasing/procurement Experience with FAR/DFAR compliance Strong skills in Microsoft Outlo…

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