IT Procurement Specialist

Overview IT PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (CORPIT) Bowhead is looking to hire an experienced IT Procurement Specialist with a strong background in logistics Acquisition and Sustainment processes in Dahlgren, VA. The IT Procurement Specialist will support the activities of an Enterprise level organization with the initiation of procurement requests using the Information Technology Purchase Requests (ITPRs) in the Navy Information Dominance Approval System (NAV-IDAS), or through the completion of Purchase Card Request Forms (PCRF) and assist in the development of Sole Source Justifications (SSJ) memos when required. Responsibilities The IT Procurement Specialist will be responsible for managing the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Flowcharts, and Procurement Action-Tracker and will provide monthly progress reports input inclusive of tasks accomplished during the month as well as planned tasks for the following month. Clarify specifications with client/technical specialists to fully understand requirements and conduct market research to identify sources that meet end-user specifications. Prior to procurement package submission the IT Procurement Specialist will coordinate with Information Assurance Officers (IAO) to ensure Purchase Request for hardware and software are associated with an approved Assessment & Authorization (A&A) package and listed in the hardware/software baseline. Submit end-user approved purchase orders and supporting documents to the Acquisition Liaison Office (ALO). Review of the Department of the Navy (DON) Application & Database Management System (DADMS) software list and coordination with DADMS Team Leads for United States (US) Navy and Dahlgren approved software. Qualifications Three to five (3-5) years of professional experience. High School Diploma or Bachelors degree required. Ability to obtain an IAM level II certification Experience ensuring the adequate accountability and security of supplies and equipment is required. Knowledge of the principles, practices, responsibilities, and requirement of logistic support services, and the integration of supply, maintenance, and other support activities. Good execution, planning and prioritization skills including strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. To receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain/maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract. #LI-JR1