Procurement Specialist

Akkodis is seeking a for a Procurement Specialist - ITAR at Location: Phoenix, AZ for a contract Duration: 06+ Months initially.

Pay Range: $48/h- $50/h; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors

Work Arrangement: Onsite for first 90 days, then hybrid option available

Role Overview

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead the end-to-end cycle of government proposals and subcontracts. This role supports mechanical assembly sourcing activities and involves managing FAR15-compliant packages, negotiating subcontracts, and mentoring team members. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while driving supplier strategies that deliver best value.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute subcontracts in accordance with FAR15, DFARS, and applicable regulations.
• Develop strong negotiation positions and lead contract execution.
• Manage relationships with key program suppliers.
• Mentor and train team members to strengthen sourcing capabilities.
• Build supplier strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
• Partner with Pricing, Engineering, and Program teams to deliver compliant packages.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance.
• U.S. Person (due to contractual requirements).
• Hands-on subcontracting experience with FAR15 compliance.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience managing subcontracts across all phases of the program lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).
• Familiarity with SAP, MS Office Suite, and other subcontract management tools.
• Background in defense, aerospace, or similar industries.
• Experience with contract types (FFP, CP, CPIF) and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TCPD).
• Ability to negotiate terms and conditions independently.

Prescreen Questions (to be addressed on résumé)

1. FAR15 Compliance & Pricing Partnership

• Describe a recent FAR15 procurement you led from RFP/proposal through negotiation and award.
• How did you ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and TCPD while partnering with Pricing and suppliers?

1. Negotiation Strategy & Contract Types (FFP/CP/CPIF)

• Share a complex supplier negotiation you led.
• How did you build your negotiation position and balance compliance, value, and supplier relationships?

1. Leadership, Mentoring & Multi-Task Execution

• Provide an example where you trained teammates through a tight-deadline proposal or audit prep.
• How did you set standards, delegate tasks, and ensure compliance and on-time delivery?

If you feel this is not something that you are currently interested in but know of someone who might be, please share the details with them or let me know their details so I can reach out to them! Here are the specs on the role, for your records:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance