Defense Procurement and Supplier Management Specialist [P1ACBRNP019]

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services firm that delivers value to clients through tailored solutions grounded in industry-leading practices.  ProSidian provides enterprise services/solutions for Risk Management | Compliance | Business Process | IT Effectiveness | Engineering | Environmental | Sustainability | Human Capital.  We help forward-thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.  Launched by Management Consultants, our multidisciplinary teams bring together global professionals to deliver a wide range of engagements for public and private, defense and civilian government, and non-profit organizations.  Our solution-centric services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin, and efficiency), and align at the intersections of assets, processes, policies, and people to deliver value.  See the link to the ProSidian website at www.ProSidian.com Procurement Specialist | P1ACBRNP019 Chemically Protected Deployable Medical System (CP DEPMEDS) Product Support Integrator and Materiel Integration Support ProSidian seeks a Procurement Specialist to support commercial acquisition, supplier operations, and purchase order administration for CP DEPMEDS. The role helps keep materiel available and traceable in a DoD acquisition environment focused on mission readiness and secure delivery. Serve as Defense Procurement and Supplier Management Specialist | Chemically Protected Deployable Medical System Product Support Integrator and Materiel Integration Support [P1ACBRNP019] [Procurement Specialist] to Provide and support Commercial Acquisition | Supplier Operations | Purchase Order Administration for Chemically Protected Deployable Medical System Product Support Integrator and Materiel Integration Support services to source, procure, inventory, track, secure, mark, stage, kit, package, distribute, and deliver Commercially Available CP DEPMEDS Components and Finished Products then assess, integrate, sustain, and optimize deployable medical systems, ensuring materiel readiness, operational efficiency, and mission success. Solicitation, quote analysis, orders, expediting, warranties, and files. Commercial sourcing, purchasing, expediting, purchase orders, supplier performance, and procurement documentation. Position details Employment — Full-time, W-2 exempt, with no overtime pay. GSA labor category — Junior Consultant I. Service alignment — NAICS 541611, Management and Financial Consulting, Acquisition and Grants Management Support, and Business Program and Project Management Services. Work arrangement — Hybrid, with work performed on and off client sites in the continental United States (CONUS). Workplace language — English. Candidate profile — Relevant DoD or military sector experience. Functional and technical expertise in procurement or supplier operations is preferred. Work locations Contractor operating facilities — Locations and addresses are to be determined. Government coordination — ACC-APG Natick, 10 General Greene Avenue, Natick, MA 01760-5011. Component package delivery — Pine Bluff Arsenal (PBA), 10020 Kabrich Circle, Pine Bluff, AR 71602. Travel and on-site support at PBA may be required. Responsibilities and duties Research sources of supply and request quotations from potential suppliers. Compare quoted prices and lead times, and document supplier checks. Issue purchase orders once the required authorization is in place. Follow up with suppliers and expedite deliveries as needed. Maintain warranty records and acquisition files. Procurement Specialist | P1ACBRNP019 Chemically Protected Deployable Medical System (CP DEPMEDS) Product Support Integrator and Materiel Integration Support Education and experience At least 3 years of experience in procurement or as a buyer. Experience in federal contracting or sourcing regulated materiel is preferred. An associate or bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain management is preferred. Comparable buyer experience is accepted. Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification is preferred. Required skills and competencies Support requests for quotations (RFQs) and requests for proposals (RFPs), analyze supplier quotes, and evaluate delivery terms. Use purchasing systems to maintain accurate records and communicate applicable documentation requirements to suppliers. Assess supplier risks, support competitive sourcing, and negotiate with integrity and attention to detail. Use project management methods and tools to prioritize competing tasks, meet milestones, and adapt to changing requirements. Demonstrate strong leadership, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills, with clear verbal and written communication and reliable follow-through. Functional scope and deliverables Support procurement for CP DEPMEDS as part of the broader management and financial consulting, acquisition and grants management support, and business program and project management engagement. Coordinate with the Supply Chain Lead, Quality and Finance teams, and vendors. Prepare quote comparisons and authorized purchase orders (POs), track supplier status, and maintain procurement closeout files. Employment conditions Employment type — Full-time, regular. Citizenship — U.S. citizenship is required. Visa sponsorship — Unavailable for this position, including H-1B and TN visas. Background checks and drug testing — ProSidian reserves the right to require criminal history, employment, education, and licensure checks, as well as credit and motor vehicle checks where applicable. ProSidian may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Equal employment opportunity — ProSidian supports employee learning and professional growth and offers career opportunities across disciplines and locations. Purchase order controls Release purchase orders only after Government direction has been documented and funding is available. Obtain G