Supply Chain, Defense Procurement Specialist

What are your contributions to the team?

•  Support U.S. DoD and Global Defense supply chain proposal activities, including developing and reviewing procurement strategies for bids and contracts.
•  Ensure compliance with DoD and Global Defense regulations, including preparing for Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) and building compliant Purchase Order (PO) packages.
•  Advise and mentor the procurement team on best practices for defense-related sourcing, subcontracting, and risk management.
•  Serve as the primary liaison between procurement and cross-functional teams, including legal, program office, engineering, and proposal teams, to align on requirements and resolve issues.
•  Manage supply chain subcontracting processes, including negotiating Terms and Conditions (T’s & C’s) and Statements of Work (SOW’s).
•  Monitor and mitigate supply chain risks in defense projects, ensuring adherence to federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and defense federal acquisition regulation supplement (DFARS).
•  Contribute to process improvements, training programs, and documentation to build DoD expertise within the team.
•  Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging best practices in aerospace and defense procurement.

How to thrive in this role?

•  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPCM, or DAWIA Level II/III) preferred.
•  7-10+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years focused on U.S. DoD supply chain and compliance in aerospace or defense sectors.
•  Proven expertise in DoD proposal support, CPSR readiness, and creating compliant PO packages.
•  Strong knowledge of supply chain subcontracting, including T’s & C’s, SOW’s, and vendor management.
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for advising teams and liaising with stakeholders.
•  Familiarity with FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and other relevant defense regulations.
•  Ability to work independently in a small team environment while handling multiple priorities.
•  Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, contract management platforms).
•  Experience as a prime or subcontractor in DoD projects.
•  Background in global defense supply chains beyond the U.S.
•  Analytical mindset with a track record of process optimization.
•  You have knowledge / experience as a Supply Chain representative supporting Global Defense / DoD proposals.
•  You are familiar with the U.S. DoD acquisition process, including RFP structures, flow-downs, and compliance standards.
•  You are familiar with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
•  You have experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry or a government contracting environment.
•  You have knowledge of ITAR/EAR regulations, Cybersecurity compliance (CMMC), and supply chain security principles.
•  You have an understanding of cost estimating, supplier negotiations, and BOE development in a defense context.
•  You have experience with proposal pricing tools (e.g., ProPricer) and reporting dashboards (e.g., Power BI).