Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist

Purpose:

• Valkyrie is hiring for a Procurement Specialist to join our team supporting project solutions in our Norfolk Virginia location and base of operations.

Job Description:

• Assist in developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Manage supplier selection and evaluation processes to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms.
• Monitor and analyze procurement metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Provide training and support to team members on procurement processes and tools.

Qualifications:

• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be proficient in negotiation and communication abilities.
• Must be expert in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Must have knowledge of procurement best practices and market trends.
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with CostPoint, preferred.
• Proficiency in MS SharePoint and Teams, preferred.

Security Requirements:

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel- less than 5%
• If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id )

Physical Requirements

• May require working in an office, industrial, and laboratory environment.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods, moving about to accomplish tasks, or moving from one worksite to another.
• Work that includes moving objects that are 20 pounds.

Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.

Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range: $30 - $40 per hour