What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at Procurement Professionals, Inc.?
Position Overview (Company Location - Fort Washington, PA)
Build a Career That Matters
At Procurement Professionals, Inc. (PPI) and Military Supply Company (MSC), we help U.S. manufacturers and distributors compete for and win government contracts, supplying spare parts to the U.S. Armed Forces. With more than 68 years of combined experience in military procurement, our team delivers the kind of expertise, precision, and service that keeps our clients competitive in the defense supply chain.
We're growing, and we're looking for a driven, detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join our Fort Washington PA team.
No prior government contracting experience required, we'll train you. What we need is someone sharp, reliable, and ready to build something.
What You'll Do
As a Procurement Specialist, you'll be hands-on with the lifecycle of government procurement activity for our clients. Day to day, that means:
- Reviewing and analyzing daily government procurement solicitations to find the right opportunities
- Matching those opportunities to our clients' capabilities and product offerings
- Preparing and coordinating quotation requests and proposal submissions
- Keeping clients informed on bid opportunities, requirements, and deadlines
- Coordinating with government agencies, suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors to pull everything together
- Monitoring deadlines and ensuring all quotations and documentation are submitted on time
- Maintaining accurate records of solicitation activity, quotes, and client responses in company systems
- Identifying new opportunities for existing clients and supporting prospective client growth
- Assisting with new client onboarding as the team expands
What We're Looking For
You don't need a background in defense or government contracting. You do need to be:
- Detail-oriented, as accuracy matters in everything we do
- Organized, as you'll be managing multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously
- A clear communicator, professional in written and verbal communication is essential
- Self-motivated, you'll have support, but you'll own your work
- Eager to grow this role is a real runway for advancement
Nice to have (but not required):
- Experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, sales support, or contracting
- Familiarity with SAM.gov, DIBBS, PIEE, or other federal procurement platforms
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field
Room to Grow
This is an entry-level role, and we mean that as a selling point. We invest heavily in training and promotion from within. Team members who show up, perform, and grow with us move into senior procurement roles, account management, and business development. If you're looking for a place to build a real career in a specialized, in-demand industry this is it.
Procurement Professionals, Inc. and Military Supply Company partner with manufacturers and distributors nationwide to supply spare parts to the U.S. Armed Forces. Whether acting as a consultant or prime contractor, we support our clients through every stage from identifying RFQ opportunities to award management, fulfillment, and compliance.
Our culture values people, collaboration, and the mission behind what we do. We're a tight-knit team that takes our work seriously because the customers at the end of the supply chain depend on it.
Salary : $21 - $25