Procurement Team Lead

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking an experienced Procurement
Team Lead to assist the program management office. This role requires an individual that can oversee complex procurement activities—from rapid, short-turn purchases to supporting more complicated acquisition strategies for materials, services, and labor subcontracts. The ideal candidate will serve as a strategic liaison between customers, project teams, and supply chain stakeholders while driving key performance metrics.

Clearance Requirement:
TS/SCI with Polygraph

• O
  versee procurement operations ; coordinateworkflow andactivitiesto meetprogramobjectiveswhile ensuringcustomer satisfaction.
• Participate in
  strategic project coordination sessions with diverse internal and external stakeholders at various organizational levels.
• Gather requirements and
  assist
  with
  procurement and
  subcontracting strategies aligned with program goals and mission requirements.
• Manage preparation and approval of purchase requests for materials andleadthe development of Subcontract Statements of Work (SSOWs) for specialized services.
• Serve as primary point of contact and strategic liaison between customers, vendors,programteams, contracts, and corporate supply chain stakeholders.
• Cultivate and
  maintain
  strong vendor relationships , ensuringoptimalperformance, compliance, and delivery.
• Identify
  and l
  ead initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, and accuracy across procurement operations through process improvement and innovation.
• Monitor and analyze procurement metrics and KPIs ; drive performance improvement to meet or exceed targets.
• Exercise independent judgment and leadership indeterminingperformance strategies while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to overall program success through collaboration, strategic thinking, and operational excellence.

• 5-8 years of progressive experience in vendor management, procurement, contract administration, or subcontract management
• Demonstrated experience with Government contracting practices, procedures, and regulations (FAR/DFARS knowledge)
• Proven
  track record of developing and executing successful procurement and acquisition strategies
• Experience managing procurement activities independently and as part of cross-functional teams
• Strong background coordinating with diverse stakeholders in complex, fast-paced environments

• Strong
  proficiency
  in Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems
• Working knowledge of FAR regulations , company policies, and program operating procedures
• Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills , with the ability to clearly articulate technical and non-technical subject matters to varied audiences
• Proven ability to collaborate with key business stakeholders to understand requirements and implementappropriate vendor management strategies
• Strong task management capabilities from assignment through completion, including effectivecoordinationand follow-through
• Excellent judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills under stressful conditions and tight deadlines
• Flexibility and willingness to work as
  required to meet program timelines and objectives
• Ability to
  monitor
  procurement reports and drive performance to meet metric targets

• Familiarity with engineering and construction disciplines , including:
• Electrical systems
• Mechanical systems
• Architectural and structural engineering
• Fire protection systems
• Telecommunications infrastructure
• Security design and construction principles
• Advanced experience developing…