We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our team in Tampa, Florida. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing procurement activities, ensuring compliance with government and corporate policies, and supporting organizational goals. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment while maintaining high standards in purchasing operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the entire lifecycle of procurement activities, adhering to both government and corporate guidelines.<br>• Generate, issue, and manage purchase orders using the Deltek Costpoint system.<br>• Ensure all procurement actions align with organizational and regulatory compliance standards.<br>• Collaborate with program managers, project teams, and finance to meet purchasing requirements effectively.<br>• Conduct vendor selection processes, including qualification and evaluation, to ensure reliable sourcing.<br>• Maintain organized and auditable records for all procurement transactions.<br>• Monitor supplier performance to verify adherence to delivery schedules, quality, and cost expectations.<br>• Assist in preparing for and responding to internal and external audits related to procurement.<br>• Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings and process optimization within purchasing operations.

• Previous experience in purchasing or procurement roles, preferably in a government-contracting environment.<br>• Proficiency in using Deltek Costpoint for managing procurement activities.<br>• Strong understanding of purchasing policies, procedures, and compliance standards.<br>• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable terms and pricing.<br>• Detail-oriented with experience in maintaining accurate procurement records.<br>• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.<br>• Familiarity with vendor evaluation and qualification processes.<br>• Ability to analyze purchasing metrics and prepare comprehensive reports.

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