Sierra Nevada Corporation
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Base pay range $64,853.00/yr - $89,173.00/yr
Overview As a Purchasing Agent II, you will support the Supply Management organization through Category, Agreement, and Performance Management of our suppliers. You will purchase materials, supplies, and services on the most favorable terms for the organization, qualify suppliers, monitor and ensure supplier quality and delivery, evaluate bids, negotiate prices and terms, track purchases, and maintain a current database of supplier information. You will also handle moderately complex procurements of increasing dollar value and manage multiple service‑type contracts.
Responsibilities
Ensure supplier performance to SNC and its missions, meeting delivery, quality, service, cost and technical requirements through the entire purchase order lifecycle.
Support the identification and development of current and new suppliers to meet Category goals, and monitor, measure and report supplier progress.
Contract appropriately, ensuring SNC protection and obligating suppliers to clearly specified requirements.
Reduce costs and increase the value of using the preferred SNC supply base over time.
Represent internal teammates and support procurement decisions.
Lead procurement, owning the relationship between SNC and suppliers and facilitating executive and program‑management interactions.
Lead negotiations to include deliverable requirements, terms and conditions, pricing, schedule and simple milestone development.
Document acquisitions and maintain files in compliance with government regulations, company policy and best business practices; provide audit support as required.
Track and communicate progress on RFQs and POs.
Identify risks and opportunities and develop mitigation plans.
Provide status updates to programs and the SCM organization.
Develop and drive Category strategy integration with stakeholders across business areas and enterprise initiatives.
Bridge between SNC and the supply base to ensure a collaborative approach to strategic thinking and problem solving.
Support department goals, including on‑time delivery, negotiations and PR processing time.
Qualifications You Must Have
Bachelor's Degree in a related field and typically 2+ years of relevant experience.
Higher education may substitute for relevant experience.
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education.
Supply chain or logistics experience.
Qualifications We Prefer
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
Knowledge of FAR and DFARS compliance.
Experience with CostPoint or other ERP systems.
Proficiency in oral and written communications.
Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.
Understanding of all aspects of finance and accounting related to procurement.
Complete understanding of the procurement lifecycle.
Relevant certifications (CPIM, CSSP, CPM, etc.).
Additional Information Estimated Starting Salary Range: $64,853.15 - $89,173.08. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, including candidate's key skills, relevant work experience, and education or training.
Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sierra Nevada Corporation by 2x.
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
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Base pay range $64,853.00/yr - $89,173.00/yr
Overview As a Purchasing Agent II, you will support the Supply Management organization through Category, Agreement, and Performance Management of our suppliers. You will purchase materials, supplies, and services on the most favorable terms for the organization, qualify suppliers, monitor and ensure supplier quality and delivery, evaluate bids, negotiate prices and terms, track purchases, and maintain a current database of supplier information. You will also handle moderately complex procurements of increasing dollar value and manage multiple service‑type contracts.
Responsibilities
Ensure supplier performance to SNC and its missions, meeting delivery, quality, service, cost and technical requirements through the entire purchase order lifecycle.
Support the identification and development of current and new suppliers to meet Category goals, and monitor, measure and report supplier progress.
Contract appropriately, ensuring SNC protection and obligating suppliers to clearly specified requirements.
Reduce costs and increase the value of using the preferred SNC supply base over time.
Represent internal teammates and support procurement decisions.
Lead procurement, owning the relationship between SNC and suppliers and facilitating executive and program‑management interactions.
Lead negotiations to include deliverable requirements, terms and conditions, pricing, schedule and simple milestone development.
Document acquisitions and maintain files in compliance with government regulations, company policy and best business practices; provide audit support as required.
Track and communicate progress on RFQs and POs.
Identify risks and opportunities and develop mitigation plans.
Provide status updates to programs and the SCM organization.
Develop and drive Category strategy integration with stakeholders across business areas and enterprise initiatives.
Bridge between SNC and the supply base to ensure a collaborative approach to strategic thinking and problem solving.
Support department goals, including on‑time delivery, negotiations and PR processing time.
Qualifications You Must Have
Bachelor's Degree in a related field and typically 2+ years of relevant experience.
Higher education may substitute for relevant experience.
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education.
Supply chain or logistics experience.
Qualifications We Prefer
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
Knowledge of FAR and DFARS compliance.
Experience with CostPoint or other ERP systems.
Proficiency in oral and written communications.
Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.
Understanding of all aspects of finance and accounting related to procurement.
Complete understanding of the procurement lifecycle.
Relevant certifications (CPIM, CSSP, CPM, etc.).
Additional Information Estimated Starting Salary Range: $64,853.15 - $89,173.08. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, including candidate's key skills, relevant work experience, and education or training.
Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sierra Nevada Corporation by 2x.
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
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