Procurement Principal
SAIC is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Procurement Principal to join our Business Management team. This role is part of a comprehensive acquisition organization that supports the entire acquisition value chain, from customer engagement and strategic development on the sell-side to program execution, strategic alliances, supply chain management, subcontractor development, and materials procurement on the buy-side. Our organization collaborates with both external and internal customers to achieve mission-critical goals while supporting key functions in Mission IT, Enterprise IT, Engineering Services, and Professional Services.
The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and experienced in managing procurement activities for high-value, high-risk, and complex contracts. This position requires an ability to excel in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with specific experience in administering Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) purchase orders. Strong attention to detail, robust organizational skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team setting are essential for success. This opportunity can be worked remote for the right candidate.
Typical Responsibilities:
• Issue purchase orders for goods and services in support of SAIC’s customers, including Federal/Civilian agencies, State and Local customers, Department of War (DOW), and internal customers.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotes (RFQs) in compliance with prime contract requirements.
• Review and edit vendor license agreements to ensure alignment with prime contract obligations and requirements.
• Develop and negotiate favorable prices, terms, schedules, and other provisions of purchase orders and acquisition contracts to meet program needs.
• Manage closeout activities for procurement tasks, including supplier liaison responsibilities, negotiation of price/cost, and resolution of cost-related terms and other contract matters.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to meet proposal or program requirements.
• Collaborate with the supplier quality team to evaluate and qualify new suppliers.
• Conduct comprehensive analyses of proposals, considering cost, schedule, terms and conditions, and technical requirements, while leading supplier negotiations to finalize subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Leverage production/procurement data to strategize procurement approaches tailored to program needs.
• Engage with suppliers to analyze their operations, assess cost drivers, and ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality, reliability, and adherence to required schedules.
• Provide recommendations on supplier selection based on expertise and proven capability to deliver high-quality products on schedule.
• Spearhead cost-saving initiatives in alignment with program objectives.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field; and 10 years of experience. Masters Degree and 8 years of experience.
Required Education and Experience:
• Demonstrate time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience in training and mentoring within a team environment.
• Strong presentation skills for briefing senior leaders within the Business Management organization and program teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to engage across various organizational levels and with customers/vendors.
• Proven ability to function as a strong team player while also working independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Critical thinking and analytical abilities to evaluate complex procurement scenarios.
• Knowledge of cost and price analysis principles, with the ability to apply them effectively to supplier proposals and agreements.
Desired Skills:
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Experience with Costpoint (or similar enterprise resource planning systems).
• Advanced understanding of software licensing models and licensing agreements.
• Familiarity with cloud services acquisition strategies and underlying concepts.
The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and experienced in managing procurement activities for high-value, high-risk, and complex contracts. This position requires an ability to excel in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with specific experience in administering Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) purchase orders. Strong attention to detail, robust organizational skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team setting are essential for success. This opportunity can be worked remote for the right candidate.
Typical Responsibilities:
• Issue purchase orders for goods and services in support of SAIC’s customers, including Federal/Civilian agencies, State and Local customers, Department of War (DOW), and internal customers.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotes (RFQs) in compliance with prime contract requirements.
• Review and edit vendor license agreements to ensure alignment with prime contract obligations and requirements.
• Develop and negotiate favorable prices, terms, schedules, and other provisions of purchase orders and acquisition contracts to meet program needs.
• Manage closeout activities for procurement tasks, including supplier liaison responsibilities, negotiation of price/cost, and resolution of cost-related terms and other contract matters.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to meet proposal or program requirements.
• Collaborate with the supplier quality team to evaluate and qualify new suppliers.
• Conduct comprehensive analyses of proposals, considering cost, schedule, terms and conditions, and technical requirements, while leading supplier negotiations to finalize subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Leverage production/procurement data to strategize procurement approaches tailored to program needs.
• Engage with suppliers to analyze their operations, assess cost drivers, and ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality, reliability, and adherence to required schedules.
• Provide recommendations on supplier selection based on expertise and proven capability to deliver high-quality products on schedule.
• Spearhead cost-saving initiatives in alignment with program objectives.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field; and 10 years of experience. Masters Degree and 8 years of experience.
Required Education and Experience:
• Demonstrate time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience in training and mentoring within a team environment.
• Strong presentation skills for briefing senior leaders within the Business Management organization and program teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to engage across various organizational levels and with customers/vendors.
• Proven ability to function as a strong team player while also working independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Critical thinking and analytical abilities to evaluate complex procurement scenarios.
• Knowledge of cost and price analysis principles, with the ability to apply them effectively to supplier proposals and agreements.
Desired Skills:
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Experience with Costpoint (or similar enterprise resource planning systems).
• Advanced understanding of software licensing models and licensing agreements.
• Familiarity with cloud services acquisition strategies and underlying concepts.