Procurement Clerk

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: The Procurement Clerk is responsible for providing support to the Procurement Manager in the procurement of materials, components, supplies, and services for the company in accordance with established corporate procedures, contract requirements and acquisition regulations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Interface and communicate with program management and suppliers daily. Oversee procure-to-pay process for respective suppliers including inbound logistics and supporting documents while communicating status of orders to the ordering department. Ability to place a PO of medium to high complexity and process a high volume of POs across various programs within the business unit. Organize and continuously follow up around open purchase orders, quotes, and updates to meet target dates and deliverables. Solicit and award purchase orders consistent with the requirements of the contract. Work out invoice discrepancies; assist Accounts Payable with invoices as needed. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Compile information and records to prepare purchase orders. Verify specifications of purchase requests. Get prices and specifications, consulting catalogs, internet and suppliers. Prepare invitation of bid and mail it to supplier firms for public posting. Compile and record prices, deliveries and items purchased. Perform other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY There are no supervisory responsibilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Tolerance for stress, ambiguity and change – Demonstrates flexibility in applying different approaches to changing work demands. Cross‑team collaboration – Ensures integration and cooperation across organizational boundaries. Communicates effectively for influence – Writes, speaks, listens, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication settings, asserting own ideas and persuading others to commit to action. Customer focus/value creation – Responds to customers’ needs in a manner that provides added value and generates significant customer satisfaction. Negotiation skills – Negotiates or mediates sound agreements in business or organizational situations where there is disagreement or difference in interests. Planning and organization – Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self and others to ensure the accomplishment of specific task objectives. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain a government Secret security clearance. High school diploma or equivalent. 2+ years of relevant procurement experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent negotiation skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Strong organizational skills, good understanding of sourcing and the ability to maintain vendor relationships. Direct experience with spreadsheet computer applications. Knowledge of FAR/DFARS/NAICS. Preferred Qualifications DoD procurement experience and knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (FAR/DFARS). Degree in a related field (Associate Degree or B.Sc. in Logistics, Purchase and Supply, Business Administration or related fields). Active security clearance. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position is required to work predominantly in an office setting. Entry to laboratory environment will require use of PPE. Physical requirements include the ability to: Perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time. Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area. Stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area. Climb stairs in performing the work. Walk for reasonable distances in performing the work. Travel: Limited travel. Job Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Paid Time-Off (PTO) Holidays Education Reimbursement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affidavit Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Veterans, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America’s veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. EEO IS THE LAW DISABILITY ACCESSIBILITY ACCOMMODATION If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. 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