Procurement Specialist

JOB TITLE: Procurement Specialist



LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ



PAY RATE: $37.04/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (5 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

• Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM. Hybrid schedule available after 90 days on assignment.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Executes FAR 15 subcontracts in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable regulations.

• Conducts supplier market research and evaluates supplier information to identify the most qualified suppliers.

• Obtains and manages solicitation documentation including drawings, supplier scorecards, and historical purchase data.

• Supports subcontract negotiations including pricing, terms, and conditions.

• Manages key program suppliers and supplier relationships.

• Develops supplier strategies that deliver the best overall value.

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure procurement compliance and program success.

• Supports completion of compliant FAR 15 subcontract packages.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Minimum 3 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Procurement, Supply Chain, Contracts & Legal (L&C), Business, or Finance.

• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree.

• Preferred: DoD procurement subcontracting experience with FAR 15.

• Preferred: Strong understanding of the DoD Procurement Life Cycle.

• Preferred: Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).

• Preferred: Experience managing various subcontract types including FFP (Firm Fixed Price), CP (Cost Plus), and CPIF (Cost Plus Incentive Fee).

• Preferred: Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TCPD).

• Preferred: Ability to understand, evaluate, and negotiate contract terms and conditions.

• Preferred: Procurement experience within defense, aerospace, or similar regulated industries.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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