SAIC
Remote (Preference for candidates residing in or near South Carolina, Oak Ridge, TN or Huntsville, AL)
Clearance None required.
About Us SAIC's Business Management office supports the entire acquisition value chain, including customer engagement, strategy development, program execution, strategic alliances, supply chain management, subcontractor development, and materials procurement. Our comprehensive acquisition organization enables both external and internal customers to achieve their mission goals. We serve critical business areas such as Mission IT, Enterprise IT, Engineering Services, and Professional Services.
Position Overview SAIC is seeking a proactive and adaptable experienced Procurement Analyst to join our dynamic Procurement Team. This role involves material purchasing management and administration of Firm‑Fixed Price (FFP) purchase orders in a fast‑paced and customer‑pressured environment. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential. Must be adaptable to frequent requirement changes and constant internal customer contact/pressure.
Key Responsibilities
Issue purchase orders for goods supporting SAIC’s customers (DOD, Federal, or Civilian Agencies)
Develop and negotiate favorable prices, terms, schedules, and other provisions of purchase orders and contracts, ensuring alignment with end‑user requirements and procurement policies
Release Requests for Quotes (RFQs) in accordance with prime contract requirements
Administer purchase orders, including file maintenance and supplier management
Manage procurement‑related activities and supplier customer management, including negotiating price/cost and related terms
Analyze suppliers’ operations to determine pricing factors and ensure quality, reliability, and schedule compliance
Recommend suppliers and potential improvements to procurement processes and procedures
Conduct training and mentor other buyers
Support departmental goals and objectives as needed
Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years or more of related procurement experience; Master’s degree and one (1) year of related experience. Additional 4+ years of procurement experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a technical field.
Required Skills
Material procurement experience in a high‑paced, quick‑turn, pressure‑filled environment
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience with cost/price analysis concepts and ability to implement solutions regarding complex supplier proposals and agreements
Experience issuing Purchase Orders via an ERP system
Experience issuing Credit Card orders and related periodic reconciliation efforts
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Exhibit critical thinking and analytical skills
Excellent time management skills
Solid communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to communicate across several levels of staff and customers/vendors
Ability to prepare, lead, and conduct status briefings; prepare and staff weekly updates
Desired Skills
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word
Experience with Costpoint
Experience with Build to Print Fabrication Requirements
Seniority Level Mid–Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
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Clearance None required.
About Us SAIC's Business Management office supports the entire acquisition value chain, including customer engagement, strategy development, program execution, strategic alliances, supply chain management, subcontractor development, and materials procurement. Our comprehensive acquisition organization enables both external and internal customers to achieve their mission goals. We serve critical business areas such as Mission IT, Enterprise IT, Engineering Services, and Professional Services.
Position Overview SAIC is seeking a proactive and adaptable experienced Procurement Analyst to join our dynamic Procurement Team. This role involves material purchasing management and administration of Firm‑Fixed Price (FFP) purchase orders in a fast‑paced and customer‑pressured environment. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential. Must be adaptable to frequent requirement changes and constant internal customer contact/pressure.
Key Responsibilities
Issue purchase orders for goods supporting SAIC’s customers (DOD, Federal, or Civilian Agencies)
Develop and negotiate favorable prices, terms, schedules, and other provisions of purchase orders and contracts, ensuring alignment with end‑user requirements and procurement policies
Release Requests for Quotes (RFQs) in accordance with prime contract requirements
Administer purchase orders, including file maintenance and supplier management
Manage procurement‑related activities and supplier customer management, including negotiating price/cost and related terms
Analyze suppliers’ operations to determine pricing factors and ensure quality, reliability, and schedule compliance
Recommend suppliers and potential improvements to procurement processes and procedures
Conduct training and mentor other buyers
Support departmental goals and objectives as needed
Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years or more of related procurement experience; Master’s degree and one (1) year of related experience. Additional 4+ years of procurement experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a technical field.
Required Skills
Material procurement experience in a high‑paced, quick‑turn, pressure‑filled environment
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience with cost/price analysis concepts and ability to implement solutions regarding complex supplier proposals and agreements
Experience issuing Purchase Orders via an ERP system
Experience issuing Credit Card orders and related periodic reconciliation efforts
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Exhibit critical thinking and analytical skills
Excellent time management skills
Solid communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to communicate across several levels of staff and customers/vendors
Ability to prepare, lead, and conduct status briefings; prepare and staff weekly updates
Desired Skills
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word
Experience with Costpoint
Experience with Build to Print Fabrication Requirements
Seniority Level Mid–Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
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