Procurement Specialist I

: Overview: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Procurement Specialist I, to join our Mesquite Team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the war-fighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission. GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 4o1k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you. Major Position Responsibilities: SUMMARY : Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes or for internal use as a generalist or in a combination of Purchasing Disciplines ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develops and executes sourcing strategy, evaluates product offerings, recommends suppliers, and negotiates contracts for assigned categories or departments.
• Gathers business requirements and identifies and pre-qualifies potential suppliers.
• Develops and distributes RFPs/RFQs and collects bids or other information.
• Evaluates proposals/quotes based on offering quality, cost, or other criteria and recommends suppliers that are best suited to meet the organization's requirements.
• Works with selected suppliers to develop mutually acceptable contractual agreements.
• May oversee tactical purchasing operations, such as the issuance of purchase orders or the payment of invoices.
• Ensures that all procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations

IMPACT OF THE ROLE:

• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgement
• Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a job discipline
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures
• Receivonsistees instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles
• Entry level to a professional career progression

Basic Qualifications: Education:

• Associate's Degree or Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & or Experience
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related degree
• 0-3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Decision-making skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical Thinking Skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Detail Oriented.
• Negotiation Skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred:

• Experience with start ups, such as project planning, and establishing business processes, management systems, and work instructions is desired. This is an exciting opportunity to create the business processes, systems, and culture to stand up a high performing manufacturing operation.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel:

• Little to no travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added, or this may be amended at any time. This does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise. Benefits: Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.