Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist

Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist at LMI

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed. Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively.

With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Seeking an experienced professional to fill the role of Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist; responsible for sourcing goods and services in direct support of highly complex US Government projects. This role plays a key part in optimizing supply chain efficiency, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with USG and LMI procurement policies. This individual will serve as a key contributor to all aspects of supply chain execution.

• Conduct market research to find reliable suppliers and compare offers.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with vendors to secure favorable pricing and delivery schedules.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, credit card purchases, and other mechanisms required to execute transactions.
• Analyze and interpret drawings, schematics, and bills of materials to understand the procurement and manufacturing requirements.
• Lead direct procurement activities as required for emerging portfolio of quick‑reaction, direct billable material purchases for new and existing US Government contract portfolio.
• Track procurement KPIs and generate vendor performance reports.
• Maintain and update procurement records and documentation.
• Work with project team to resolve supplier issues, including delivery delays and product discrepancies.
• Collaborate with contracts, finance, legal, and project teams to align procurement with company goals.
• Identify and implement risk management strategies for vendor supply contracts.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred, plus 4+ years’ experience in U.S. Government purchasing and/or supply chain management roles.
• Experience purchasing electronics, custom fabricated parts, and/or complex electrical components or assemblies.
• Excellent negotiation, oral, and written communication skills are required.
• Candidate must possess a positive and proactive attitude and ability to multi‑task numerous high‑visibility critical tasks simultaneously.
• Must be a self‑starter with excellent problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Must have strong Microsoft Office suite skills.
• Proficiency with Deltek procurement software.
• Ability to forge and maintain good relationships both internally and with teammates and to work well as part of a team in collaborative settings as well as independently.
• Regular interaction with internal partners, management (at all levels), and supply chain team regarding acquisition requirements.
• Ability to be cleared preferred.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Software Development