Chipton-Ross is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist 2 for a contract opportunity in Newport News.

VA. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

(REQUIRED

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

): Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience. Master's Degree and 1 year of experience. 4 years of related exempt experience can be substituted for Bachelor's degree. 8 years of non-related exempt experience can be substituted for Bachelor's degree. An Apprentice Certificate or graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School can be substituted for Bachelor's degree. o Meet with subject matter experts to develop specialized buyer training modules o Create or enhance trainings for the department o Voice over training modules o Assist with scheduling and coordination of in person trainings

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

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. High Pace environment requiring ability to work on own to resolve issues to support ultimate placement of purchase orders. Each day encounters unique challenges requiring problem solving skills with engineering, planning and program. Project management, purchase order placement and invoicing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

(DESIRED

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

): o Strong writing and editing skills o Ability to simplify complex processes into understandable steps o Ability to coordinate with subject matter experts o Some procurement experience preferred but not required

REQUIRED EDUCATION

High School diploma/equivalent is required. School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS

5/40, First Shift 7:30AM-4:00 PM