Purchasing Specialist/Procurement Coordinator
Apply Job ID 39353 Date posted 06/05/2026Job Family:
IT Project Management
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Participates in a wide variety of the more-complex procurement functions to ensure quality, efficiency, and timeliness of services provided.
Depending on Specific assignments, must be capable of acting as the technical expert in the area of specialty.
Serves as primary point of contact with suppliers to ensure equipment and materials are delivered to client offices nationwide.
Follows up on assigned purchase orders to ensure adherence to terms and conditions. Initiates action, as required, to resolve any supplier problems which might adversely affect project requirements and schedules.
Serves as liaison to the division manager in coordinating all procurement activities for the project.
Plans and organizes all the procurement preparation activities to ensure that equipment, supplies and services are provided in a timely fashion and on a cost effective basis.
Helps managers who coordinate annual advanced procurement planning and strategies.
Responsible for performance evaluation of available products; conducts cost/benefit analysis; performs new product evaluations to ensure the maximum value for procurements.
Serves as the Division manager’s representative, assists with contract modifications, provides technical/administrative assistance to other managers in the preparation of purchasing justifications.
Conducts effective research, analyzes operating alternatives and prepares reports to expedite and enhance procurement activities.
Completes a daily work report that outlines the work completed for the day. Maintains inventory of all purchases along with warranties and expiration dates of products and services and follows up with necessary renewal processes.
What You Will Need:
AA/AS in related field.
Advanced degrees can substitute for 4 years of work experience.
Five years of related experience.
Must have experience in using Government-approved third-party purchasing systems.
Knowledge of client inventory systems and Acquisition Management System is a plus.
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Experience supporting federal project.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
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