Job Description

Company Overview

Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects as-a-service across a spectrum of domains including Air & Space, Electromagnetic & Cyber, and Synthetic. Metrea Management provides central services to eleven (11) global capability units via Operations, Solutions, Strategy, Legal, and Finance teams.

Position Summary

The IndirectProcurement Buyer role will be responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, components, supplies and services related to indirect spending for Metrea. This role involves adhering to company policies, contract requirements, and federal acquisition regulations to ensure efficient and effective procurement processes.

Role and Responsibilities

Evaluate and source indirect products and services to identify the best fit for the company's needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, requirements, and policies. Execute the indirect procurement process from requisition, purchase, order delivery and execution as required. Ensure the accurate and timely processing of all indirect purchase orders while retaining necessary documentation per the company policies. Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners both internal and external to the organization to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures. Administers the daily operations of the Travel Management Platforms and assists Metrea users with travel-related questions or concerns. Coordinates with shipping carriers such as FEDEX, UPS, and DHL to ensure adherence to company policies and reporting requirements established. Oversee the MAM Indirect Procurement P-Card administration and reconciliation as required. Negotiate pricing and quotes with suppliers, recommending the most qualified source to meet budget, scheduling, and quality objectives. Serve as the liaison between suppliers and internal teams on the Indirect Procurement process. Provide detailed analysis of indirect cost and spend data for files/projects as needed. Conduct research on materials, components, supplies and services related to indirect spending to enhance procurement strategies in meeting the organization's objectives. Resolve indirect procurement discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure effective follow-up and administration of purchase orders, invoices, and reporting of Indirect Procurement categories. Demonstrates strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Thrives in fast-paced environments, adeptly managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Excels at resolving complex challenges with a strategic and thoughtful approach. Ensures high quality and precision in task execution while working independently. + Clear understanding of the procurement processes and methodology related to indirect spend.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

2-4 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management. Experience in multi-tasking and prioritizing objectives related to supply chain management.

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Education, Experience and Certificates

Experience in Supply Chain Management, including negotiations, contract management, and supplier management and development. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics D365

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must be able to accomplish any and all duties with little or no assistance. Must have good command of the English language; oral and written. Must have a valid driver's license.

Our Culture

Metrea's single core value "rooted in humility" is supported by four key attributes; entrepreneurial, systematic, discerning & over-deliver which combined; form our Teammate Firmware, our culture. These attributes are explored during the hiring process, when we grow our teams and to continually support the growth of our culture. We are a hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical organization united by a passion for what we do, and how we do it, who we do it with, and who we do it for.

Benefits

Health and welfare
Retirement plan eligibility

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Legally authorized to work in the United States.

AAP/EEO Statement

Metrea Special Management LLC (MAM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require. Non-Exempt employees may be required to work over 40 hours per week with approval from the department manager.

Travel

Travel requirements are between 10-20%.

Work Location

Tampa, FL

Work Environment

This job operates in an office setting

Physical Demands

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some physical abilities may be required

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform the responsibilities outlined in this job description to a satisfactory standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with additional needs to perform the essential functions.