IT Procurement Specialist

Job Description - IT Procurement Specialist (ADV
000B7E)

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. Bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth.

We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for an IT Procurement Specialist to join the team! We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have any guarantee at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.

• Responsible for purchasing materials, equipment, and supplies pricing from distributors and OEMs.
• The position requires a strong combination of strategic thinking and tactical day-to-day problem-solving as well as a high proficiency with data, detail, and cross-functional communication.
• Explore order quantities and lead ties to optimize trade-offs between time and order fulfillment efficiency.
• Contact suppliers to follow up on purchase orders, compare and analyze suppliers for price reasonableness and performance.
• Support special projects as required to obtain data and information needed to support decision making.
• Manage suppliers and internal stakeholders through the purchasing/fulfillment process.
• Provide budgeting, forecasting, and cost estimating support.
• Provide detailed financial reports, including budget planning and phasing for forecasted renewals and replacement costs.
• Prepare fiscal year and 5-year financial views for multiple divisions to meet contractual requirements.
• Aide in annual IT Phasing Plan for the division; review IT purchase requests and issue IT plan numbers to track procurements in the IT Purchase Plan.
• Meet with Management weekly to disseminate EA, OCIO, Center, and Agency IT information as related to the division; request approval to procure IT hardware and software to meet division requirements.
• Work with the budget office to procure approved IT hardware, software, and annual maintenance agreements in accordance with Center and Agency policy (i.e. CITR, ESP, etc.).
• Manage software license maintenance agreements to ensure timely renewal and consolidate licenses where possible by reviewing license utilization logs annually.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Business Administration, Supply Chain or Finance is preferred, but not required.
• Familiar with NASA/JSC procurement process and compliance requirements.
• Self‑motivated, team player, and adaptable to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience organizing and prioritizing tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules.
• Experience with preparing written documents and verbally presenting at various meetings.
• Experience with effectively interacting with customers and management at all levels.

• NASA/JSC experience strongly preferred.
• Some college preferred.
• Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.