Procurement Assistant

Location: Washington, DC

Clearance: Interim Secret

Position Description

A Procurement Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support to the procurement/purchasing department. The role is critical for ensuring efficient operations, maintaining inventory levels, and facilitating relationships with suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in RFQ (Request for Proposal) process and BOM (Bill of Material) generation.
Track, monitor, and coordinate deliveries with distributors to ensure timely arrival of goods and services.
Communicate with suppliers to resolve issues and ensure positive relationships.
Monitor inventory levels, assist with regular stock counts, and participate in inventory audits; works directly with inventory management.
Maintain accurate procurement records and prepare reports as needed; assist Procurement Manager with reporting and/or meetings.
Assist Procurement manager to ensure compliance with procurement policies and contract requirements.
Assist with cost analysis and cost-saving initiatives.
Assists with collaboration with internal stakeholders to identify needs and support other departments.

Typical Duties

Process purchase orders and maintain procurement documentation.
Participate in regular inventory audits and stock management.
Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Data accuracy in procurement documentation.
Response time on assigned tasks and projects.
Purchase order cycle time and accuracy.
Supplier relationship index and accuracy.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office
Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
Good communication and negotiation abilities.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work both independently and in teams.
Understanding procurement of best practices and regulations is beneficial.

NMR Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EoE) M/F/D/V

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