Supply Chain Specialist

Actalent • Newport News, VA • 10h ago

Overview:

We are currently hiring Supply Chain Specialists/Procurement Specialists for long term, multi year contracts in Newport News, VA.

Description:

Purchases a high volume and variety of materials, supplies and services.

Evaluates bids, selects and recommends suppliers and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service.

Follows up on all awards until completion of order.

Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, cancellations and engineering changes.

Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.

Creating Purchase Orders following our internal Procurement Process as outlined.

Negotiation of pricing in accordance with FAR regulations.

Ability to negotiate Terms and Conditions that are favorable to company.

Qualifications:

US Citizenship.

Bachelors Degree and 3 years of experience.

4 years of related exempt experience can be substituted for Bachelors degree.

8 years of non-related exempt experience can be substituted for Bachelors degree.

An Apprentice Certificate or graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School can be substituted for Bachelors degree.

Knowledge in FAR/DFAR Clauses not mandatory but preferred.

Great communications skills.

Elevated Negotiation Skills.

Knowledge in SAP and Microsoft products.

Critical thinking skills.

Additional Information:

Multiple openings available.

Pay Rate: $30-$40/hr based on experience.

Benefits.

One step interview process.

1st shift Monday-Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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