As required by our governmental client, this position requires an active secret clearance to be considered. 

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.  You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.


Serves as a Procurement Specialist supporting the General Service Office (GSO) at the U.S. Embassy. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for cradle to grave project procurement support. Duties and tasks are often non-routine, requiring independent judgment. This person will work with local and U.S. vendors to locate goods, services, and supplies most advantageous to the U.S. Government. Works with a wide variety of U.S. Embassy employees, including military personnel, to provide procurement services. Resolves problems relating to procurement actions and assists customers develop requirements for their requests.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - GENERAL SERVICE OFFICE (GSO) SUMMARY (AN or TCN): [Enter$]

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - GENERAL SERVICE OFFICE (GSO) SUMMARY (AN or TCN) Responsibilities Include:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes procurement requests approved for DOS and other Mission agencies. Reviews possible sources (U.S. vendors, local vendors or other sources) to ascertain availability and prices. Prepares the type of procurement instrument required for the request (e.g., purchase card, purchase order, blanket purchase agreement, contract, etc.). Requests quotations and analyzes to ensure the vendor can provide the goods/services/supplies that meet the required request and delivery specifications. Ensures that FAM, FAR, DOSAR, Cookbook, and other Embassy guidelines are implemented and followed.

• Assists the Procurement Supervisor in managing the entire contracting process for the Embassy’s major contracts. This includes, but is not limited to preparing pre-solicitation documents, drafting initial solicitations, tracking the solicitation process, monitoring performance during the contract term, preparing modifications as necessary; as well as closing-out the contract. [Final contract and award decisions are made by the Contracting Officer.]

• Manages specific procurement requests in the Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS) after they have been received by the Requesting Office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, processing the approved request, preparing the procurement documentation, forwarding the documentation to the vendor once it has been signed by the Contracting Officer, and ensuring the goods/services/supplies are properly received.

• Assists the Procurement Supervisor to prepare various weekly, monthly, and quarterly procurement reports for GSO Management and A/OPE. Other ad-hoc procurement responsibilities as assigned by the Procurement Supervisor or the Contracting Officer.

• SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

• This is a non-supervisory position reporting directly to the Procurement Supervisor. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• procuring goods, services, and supplies requested and approved for DOS and other Mission agencies.

• analyzing local and U.S. market price levels for goods, services or supplies solicited.

• assisting in all phases of contract development, solicitation, and administration.

• applying FAM, FAR, DOSAR, Cookbook and other Department guidelines to procurement instruments.

• assisting the Procurement Supervisor in preparing and filing various procurement reports.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - GENERAL SERVICE OFFICE (GSO) SUMMARY (AN or TCN) Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Two (2) years of general college studies required.

• Two (2) years in procurement or contract administration required

• Must demonstrate ability to analyze market price levels for goods or services solicited. Must demonstrate proficiency in procurement and contracting procedures, as well as government acquisition regulations.

• Must be able to function independently and professionally, prioritize assignments, and have excellent organization and analytical skills. Must have intermediate computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Must have the ability to maintain accurate procurement records.

• Driving license from home of record

• Level 3/3 in English required.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Solution Link (CNSL) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSL, visit cherokee-federal.com.

#CherokeeFederal #LI

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

• Procurement Specialist - U.S. Embassy

• Contracting and Acquisition Analyst

• Supply Chain & Procurement Officer

• Government Procurement Coordinator

• Acquisition and Logistics Specialist

Keywords:

• Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

• Contract Administration

• Cradle-to-Grave Procurement

• Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS)

• Vendor Sourcing and Compliance

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.

Procurement Specialist supports the General Service Office (GSO) at the U.S. Embassy. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for cradle to grave project procurement support. Duties and tasks are often non-routine, requiring independent judgment. This person will work with local and U.S. vendors to locate goods, services, and supplies most advantageous to the U.S. Government. Works with a wide variety of U.S. Embassy employees, including military personnel, to provide procurement services. Resolves problems relating to procurement actions and assists customers develop requirements for their requests.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - GENERAL SERVICE OFFICE (GSO) SUMMARY (AN or TCN): Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - GENERAL SERVICE OFFICE (GSO) SUMMARY (AN or TCN) Responsibilities Include:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes procurement requests approved for DOS and other Mission agencies. Reviews possible sources (U.S. vendors, local vendors or other sources) to ascertain availability and prices. Prepares the type of procurement instrument required for the request (e.g., purchase card, purchase order, blanket purchase agreement, contract, etc.). Requests quotations and analyzes to ensure the vendor can provide the goods/services/supplies that meet the required request and delivery specifications. Ensures that FAM, FAR, DOSAR, Cookbook, and other Embassy guidelines are implemented and followed.

• Assists the Procurement Supervisor in managing the entire contracting process for the Embassy’s major contracts. This includes, but is not limited to preparing pre-solicitation documents, drafting initial solicitations, tracking the solicitation process, monitoring performance during the contract term, preparing modifications as necessary; as well as closing-out the contract. [Final contract and award decisions are made by the Contracting Officer.]

• Manages specific procurement requests in the Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS) after they have been received by the Requesting Office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, processing the approved request, preparing the procurement documentation, forwarding the documentation to the vendor once it has been signed by the Contracting Officer, and ensuring the goods/services/supplies are properly received.

• Assists the Procurement Supervisor to prepare various weekly, monthly, and quarterly procurement reports for GSO Management and A/OPE. Other ad-hoc procurement responsibilities as assigned by the Procurement Supervisor or the Contracting Officer.

• SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

• This is a non-supervisory position reporting directly to the Procurement Supervisor. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Procuring goods, services, and supplies requested and approved for DOS and other Mission agencies.

• Analyzing local and U.S. market price levels for goods, services or supplies solicited.

• Assisting in all phases of contract development, solicitation, and administration.

• Applying FAM, FAR, DOSAR, Cookbook and other Department guidelines to procurement instruments.

• Assisting the Procurement Supervisor in preparing and filing various procurement reports.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - GENERAL SERVICE OFFICE (GSO) SUMMARY (AN or TCN) Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Two (2) years of general college studies required.

• Two (2) years in procurement or contract administration required

• Must demonstrate ability to analyze market price levels for goods or services solicited. Must demonstrate proficiency in procurement and contracting procedures, as well as government acquisition regulations.

• Must be able to function independently and professionally, prioritize assignments, and have excellent organization and analytical skills. Must have intermediate computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Must have the ability to maintain accurate procurement records.

• Driving license from home of record

• Level 3/3 in English required.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Solution Link (CNSL) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSL, visit cherokee-federal.com.

#CherokeeFederal #LI-PY1

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

• Procurement Specialist - U.S. Embassy

• Contracting and Acquisition Analyst

• Supply Chain & Procurement Officer

• Government Procurement Coordinator

• Acquisition and Logistics Specialist

Keywords:

• Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

• Contract Administration

• Cradle-to-Grave Procurement

• Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS)

• Vendor Sourcing and Compliance

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated nee