Buyer - Full time - Supply Chain Purchasing

Procurement Specialist II

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Performs advanced procurement and acquisition analysis by collecting customer requirements, identifying procurement issues, and improving sourcing strategy, reporting, and data integrity to meet mission needs.

Compensation & Benefits
Estimated Starting Salary Range: Pay commensurate with experience.

Full‑time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Responsibilities

Collecting, validating, and documenting customer requirements to support timely procurement actions

Identifying procurement issues, risks, and constraints that may affect acquisition strategy and execution

Analyzing and troubleshooting acquisition requirement packages to ensure completeness and traceability

Identifying procurement data sources and improving methods for procurement strategy, analysis, and reporting

Assisting in the development and design of reports and dashboards to support acquisition analysis needs

Supporting the development of procedures, manuals, job aids, and other materials to improve procurement systems and workflows

Coordinating with stakeholders to resolve data discrepancies, clarify requirements, and support decision‑making

Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) - Preferred

4+ years of experience supporting procurement, acquisition, contract support, or purchasing operations - Required

Experience collecting requirements and producing procurement/acquisition reports for stakeholders

Strong ability to analyze requirements, identify gaps, and recommend corrective actions

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to learn and use government/proprietary procurement systems and reporting tools as required

Strong writing skills for SOPs, manuals, and process documentation

Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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