• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or related discipline along with three or more years of progressive professional purchasing experience. Equivalent professional purchasing experience may be substituted in lieu of education. • Must have an understanding of purchasing concepts and principles, FAR and related governmental rules and regulations; and experience demonstrating the application of those principles, concepts, and practices. • Must be customer focused and possess: • the ability to provide solutions to a range of purchasing problems; • strong communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences; • strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, and customers; • the ability to organize, schedule and coordinate multiple work phases; and strong computer skills. • SAP experience is desirable. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.