Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist The Opportunity: With all the information available today, it takes a skilled procurement professional to navigate complex acquisition processes and deliver cost-effective solutions. With the critical decisions made in our defense operations every day, we need a Procurement Specialist like you to do just that. As a Procurement Specialist on our team, you will leverage your expertise in acquisition strategy, vendor negotiations, and compliance with DoD procurement policies to ensure mission success. If you have strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset, we have an opportunity to use those skills to optimize procurement decisions and support our national defense objectives. This is a chance to grow your expertise and broaden your skill set into areas like advanced supply chain logistics, acquisition documentation, and contract lifecycle management. You’ll share your expertise with other professionals through leadership and mentoring. We focus on growing as a team to deliver the best support to our customers, so you’ll have resources to learn new skills and tools. Work with us as we provide the right acquisition solutions at the right time to support the critical needs of our warfighters and national security. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: Experience with federal procurement regulations and compliance audits Experience using Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook Knowledge of contract lifecycle management and government contracting Ability to manage multiple projects, including planning and organization, decision-making, work delegation, and employee development Secret clearance HS diploma or GED Nice If You Have: 5+ years of experience in program management or acquisition management Experience managing the full procurement lifecycle, including vendor negotiations and acquisition strategy development Experience in advanced acquisition documentation and compliance audits Experience with metrics, business process reengineering, business case analysis, electronic workflow, cost estimation, and strategic planning Knowledge of DFARS and FAR processes for procurement, and emerging procurement technologies and automation tools Ability to integrate security, travel, and acquisition regulations into comprehensive project plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies Ability to conduct market research, negotiate vendor agreements, mentor junior procurement staff, and lead cross-functional teams Possession of excellent problem-solving skills Possession of excellent communication and coordination skills, for collaborating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to maintain compliance and achieve project objectives Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Certification Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required. 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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $52,900.00 to $108,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. 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