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Parsons

Parsons

10,001+ employees

Provides solutions for security and infrastructure

Industrial & Manufacturing
AI & Machine Learning
Defense

Senior

Fort Belvoir, VA, USA

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Market Research
Inventory Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • BS/BA and 8+ years experience in business administration or relevant field. MS/MA and 6+ years experience will be considered a plus.
  • Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role.
  • Demonstrable experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions.
  • Knowledge of market research, data analysis and purchasing best practices.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office and purchasing software (e.g. SpendMap).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A strong analytical mindset and outstanding organizational skills.
  • Must have a Secret clearance with an ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret in the future.
Responsibilities
  • Performs market research/sourcing for program requirements to include small businesses (supplier diversity) and prepares market analysis of competitor products, pricing, promotions, packaging, trends, loyalty programs, and marketing initiatives, prepares detailed narrative to justify purchase, including sole source documentation, evaluates bids, selects, and recommends suppliers, negotiates price, delivery, quality, and service, follows up on all awards until completion of order, and develops purchasing packages with appropriate requests for proposal or quotes.
  • Complete purchase requests and make purchases via company provided purchase card when applicable.
  • Coordinate with corporate purchasing representatives to ensure all transactions are in compliance with existing corporate policies and federal procurement guidelines.
  • Consider factors such as price, quality, reliability, and technical support when choosing suppliers. Evaluate suppliers based on their capability and previous transaction history.
  • Negotiate contracts and prices with suppliers and vendors as well as volume and repeat transaction discounts.
  • Track orders and ensure that delivery deadlines are met.
  • Coordinate with the assigned DoD Program Manager to maintain inventory levels and report any supply chain issues.
  • Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
  • Develop purchasing strategies to maintain bench stocks of equipment with long delivery times.
  • Use complex problem-solving skills to identify problems and develop creative solutions.

Parsons provides solutions in national security, defense, and global infrastructure. The company offers a wide range of services, including infrastructure projects and advanced technology solutions, to both government and commercial clients. Their expertise includes systems and software engineering, quality assurance, compliance, and security. Parsons focuses on delivering valuable solutions that tackle complex challenges in security and infrastructure, generating revenue through contracts with government agencies and commercial entities. A key aspect of Parsons' approach is the use of artificial intelligence to improve operations and drive innovation, ensuring the integrity of critical systems and preparing data for AI applications to enhance efficiency and security.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$243.2M

Headquarters

Centreville, Virginia

Founded

1944

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Parsons secured a $23M contract with Caltrans for infrastructure services.
  • The company formed a joint venture for a $8B Antarctica contract opportunity.
  • Parsons is positioned to benefit from the growing smart city market.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in the defense sector may impact Parsons' market share.
  • Reliance on government contracts exposes Parsons to potential budget cuts.
  • Geopolitical tensions could disrupt supply chains for defense projects.

What makes Parsons unique

  • Parsons specializes in national security, defense, and global infrastructure solutions.
  • The company integrates AI to enhance operations and drive innovation across industries.
  • Parsons has a strong track record with government and commercial clients.

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