Procurement Specialist II

Job Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments and missile subsystems. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters.

The Procurement Specialist II (Buyer) will negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts and long‑term contracts with suppliers, prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders, and ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations.

• 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.

• Associate’s Degree and 2‑4 years experience OR equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Discipline/Major:
  Business Administration / Supply Chain Management.
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: ability to work as part of a team, decision‑making skills, oral and written communication skills, analytical thinking skills, detail oriented, ability to meet deadlines.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Work primarily in a climate‑controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.

No or very little travel likely.

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, basic life insurance as well as pre‑tax spending accounts. Eligible for 401k plan and non‑contributory retirement contribution. Voluntary benefits include critical illness insurance, accident insurance, identity theft protection, enhanced legal services, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, hospital indemnity insurance, educational assistance.

Pay range: $67,760 – $125,840. Additional compensation may include access to the company’s gain sharing program.