What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Agent position at Integration Innovation, Inc.?
Integration Innovation, Inc. (i3) is seeking a Procurement Agent to join our growing Supply Chain team. If you are looking for a high-energy, challenging, and fun company, i3 is the right fit for you.
The position requires a self-motivated, proactive individual with the ability to organize, problem-solve, coordinate and administer multiple assignments concurrently. The successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, growing small business environment as a team player performing a variety of functions to negotiate, administer, monitor and track all procurement activity. The Procurement Agent must be customer focused and possess (1) the ability to develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex procurement challenges; (2) excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings and new concepts to a variety of audiences; (3) excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties; and (4) the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate multiple work phases.
Perks of being a team member owner include
The position requires a self-motivated, proactive individual with the ability to organize, problem-solve, coordinate and administer multiple assignments concurrently. The successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, growing small business environment as a team player performing a variety of functions to negotiate, administer, monitor and track all procurement activity. The Procurement Agent must be customer focused and possess (1) the ability to develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex procurement challenges; (2) excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings and new concepts to a variety of audiences; (3) excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties; and (4) the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate multiple work phases.
- Process and complete complex purchase orders and subcontracts; determine prices from available suppliers, which meet cost, quality and schedule guidelines
- Issue RFP/RFQs to supports various programs and proposals
- Manage and track procurement activity that meet specifications, quality, budget, and schedule
- Ensure all procurement actions are in accordance with applicable requirements (FAR, DFARS, CPSR, AS9100, etc.)
- Close out purchase orders upon receipt and final payment of all deliverable items
- Research and maintain available supplier lists
- Maintain current accurate records and files of all vendor agreements and related procurement records
- Coordinates with Accounts Payable to resolve any problems to ensure prompt payment
- Bachelor’s degree or currently pursuing a degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field with a minimum of 1-3 years of related experience. Additional experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
- Ability to perform a variety of general tactical duties as required to support purchasing activities
- Must have strong PC skills and be proficient with Excel, Word, etc
- Government contract accounting preferred
- Costpoint/ Deltek experience strongly preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
- S. Citizenship is required
- Other duties as assigned
- Knowledge of office administration and procedures
- Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully
- Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner
- Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results
- Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented
- Work well both independently and in a team environment
- Be energized by a fast-paced work environment
- Must be able to communicate with others effectively
- Analyze information and respond appropriately
- Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks
- Provide superior customer service
- Multi-task in a pleasant manner
- Work well under pressure
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Regular i3 hours are 800 a.m. - 500 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.
Perks of being a team member owner include
- Long-term financial security
- Higher job satisfaction
- Greater job security
- Personal and professional growth
- Great company culture
- Excellent insurance coverage
- 401(k) match
- Generous PTO
- Health and wellness incentives
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares