Procurement Agent - Entry Level or Associate
The Procurement Agent at Confidential Client is responsible for managing procurement activities including demand and supply analysis, contract negotiation, and supplier performance evaluation. This role supports sourcing strategies and ensures compliance with government procurement regulations, contributing to efficient supply chain operations within a collaborative team environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, HR & Recruitment.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Position Responsibilities
- Perform continuous review and analysis of demand and supply to support procurement decisions
- Prepare and execute proprietary information agreements
- Support sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and documentation of contracts and agreements
- Communicate performance expectations and use metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to clarify contract requirements and proposals
Basic Qualifications (Required)
- Experience with procurement activities
- Experience interacting with customers or suppliers regarding contract requirements and/or proposals
- Experience negotiating, documenting and contracting for products, services, and/or technologies
- Ability to work both independently and in team environments
- Proficiency with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project)
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ years related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
- Experience creating, interpreting, and enforcing technical requirements
- Experience negotiating non-competitive, government procurements and FAR-compliant proposals that exceed the TINA threshold
Compensation & Benefits
- Summary Pay Range - Entry Level: $62,900 - $74,000
- Summary Pay Range - Associate: $74,800 - $88,000
Total Rewards typically include competitive base pay, variable compensation opportunities, and access to benefit programs that may include health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time away. Actual programs and eligibility may vary by hire date and location.
Additional Requirements & Hiring Details
- Employment type: Full-time, 1st shift
- Location: Ridley Park, PA (on-site)
- Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment required
- Credit check required
- Drug-free workplace policy applies; post-offer testing may include marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol per policy
- Export control: U.S. Person required per 22 C.F.R. §120.62 (U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)
- Relocation assistance: not offered
- Visa sponsorship: employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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