Sr Procurement Specialist

JOB TITLE: Sr Procurement Specialist
LOCATION:Phoenix, AZ
PAY RATE: $48.00-50.40/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (6-month with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

• Shift: 1st shift

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Leads end-to-end FAR15 proposal and subcontract lifecycle, from RFP through negotiation and award.

• Conducts market research and supplier cost/price analysis to establish fair and reasonable pricing.

• Builds strong negotiation positions using cost models, should-cost analysis, and BATNA to secure best value.

• Executes FAR15 subcontracts in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TCPD) requirements.

• Manages key program suppliers and develops strategies to achieve long-term agreements and stable pricing.

• Analyzes supplier cost data and performance metrics to support sourcing decisions.

• Mentors and trains team members on FAR15 compliance, cost narratives, and source justification.

• Uses SAP, MS Office (Excel, SharePoint) and other business tools for subcontract management and tracking.

• Manages multiple subcontract types including FFP, CP, and CPIF.

• Coordinates with Pricing, Engineering, and Programs to reconcile cost data and cure proposal defects.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Contracts, Business, or Finance.

• Subcontracting experience in a FAR15 environment (end?to?cycle proposal and award).

• Experience with Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS).

• Strong negotiation skills and process knowledge for FFP, CP, and CPIF contract types.

• Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TCPD) and cost/price analysis.

• Experience managing subcontractors during all phases of the program lifecycle.

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and SAP.

• Ability to interpret and negotiate terms and conditions in subcontracts.

• Detail?oriented with capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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