Procurement Specialist II

Job Code: 2026:

Location:

Greenbelt, MD

FT/PT Status:
Full Time

Business Sector:
Supply Chain Management

Under limited direction, perform a wide variety of procurements from simple office supplies to difficult and complex electronic parts procurements. Procure services, supplies, and equipment in accordance with established policies and regulations. Works under the general supervision and the technical direction of the Team Lead and Purchasing Manager. Functional responsibilities include procuring supplies or services through use of negotiation techniques, reviewing requisitions to determine that proper specifications or purchase descriptions are included in solicitation documents, and evaluating bids or proposals for compliance with FAR, NASA regulations, and the TRAX Purchasing Manual.

Procurement obligation authority limited to $100,000.

• Procures required materials and services inclusive of a variety of highly specialized electronic components and supplies, obtaining the quantity, quality, and prices that are most favorable to NASA. Contract types include Firm Fixed Price, Time and Material, Labor Hour, and Cost-Reimbursable.
• Initiates bid/quote process for services, supplies and equipment; consults with users and outside consultants to develop specifications; prepares bid documents and oversees the bid process; performs bid analysis and makes recommendations regarding purchases.
• Obtains written sole source justification from the requestor, as required.
• Complies with the procedures in the TRAX Purchasing Manual, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and contracting principles; laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing contractor acquisition for a federal agency.
• Provides guidance relating to policies, priorities, and procedures to lower-level buyers and vendors when requested.
• Completes actions under limited direction or independently and makes recommendations based on nature of assignment, experience, and judgment. Keeps the Team Lead apprised of all actions and workload.
• Practices personal integrity and fairness with suppliers at all times.
• Monitors procurement records to identify purchase orders that should be closed based on receiving paperwork and updates current status in the ERP system.
• Performs clerical and other tasks required to maintain clean, auditable purchase order files.
• As needed, contacts vendors to obtain information on the status of open purchase orders and advise Material Coordinators of latest status using strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain accurate estimated delivery dates in the ERP system for all open purchase orders.
• Works with the Accounting Department to follow-up on vendor actions through delivery.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Four years procurement, acquisition, and contracting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, accounting, finance, or another business-related field.
• One year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education. Relevant professional-level experience is defined as work experience must be at a professional-level in Federal Purchasing and Acquisitions.
• Specialized experience that has equipped the applicant with knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and contracting principles; laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing the Federal Purchasing/Acquisition process.
• Experience with large ERP supply and accounting systems.
• Experience Cost-Reimbursable, Time and Material, Labor Hours, and Firm Fixed Price type of procurements.
• Experience with Cost and Price analysis and purchases that are awarded on a competitive or noncompetitive basis.
• Experienced in purchasing in a Certified Purchasing System (CPS) environment is desired.
• Intermediate or advanced skills in Excel are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly developed analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is a top priority.
• Must share a commitment to maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment while simultaneously optimizing individual performance and contribution.

• The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment.
• Must be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to view computer monitor for extended periods of time.
• Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform their duties and responsibilities

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background screening.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a public trust clearance…