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Job Description 

Purpose of the Position (Brief Description of Responsibilities): Processes material procurement.  This is a mid/senior level position responsible for all phases of purchase order, cradle to grave, to include acquisition planning, source selection, cost/price analysis, negotiation, post-award administration and closeout. Responsible for ensuring compliance with government policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Works with IT, common MS Office programs and the Maximo purchasing program, etc. 
• Arranges, coordinates and prepares the necessary documents and orders for the purchase of approved parts, products, materials and equipment from local suppliers 
• Processes, coordinates and prepares contracts for minor services and repairs 
• Negotiates prices; coordinates and arranges the purchase and delivery of approved items, materials, parts and equipment, as well as services and repairs 
• Checks incoming documents for material deliveries and services for correctness and processes incoming delivery notes and invoices payable 
• Prepares and processes official forms and documents; writes letters, memos, etc. 
• Follows company procedures as well as DIN, EN, UVV, OHSAS and ISO standards 
• Ensures compliance with FAR/DFARS, Agency-specific regulations and Amentum policies and procedures for subcontracts and procurement.

Is familiar with the handling of common materials as well as machinery, operating equipment and work equipment 

In addition to the activities listed in this job description, every employee must perform, as directed by his/her supervisor, other activities that by their nature belong to his/her position or are operationally necessary 

Required Qualifications: 

• Completed vocational training or equivalent professional experience in a comparable field 
• At least three years of professional experience in procurement 
• Possession of a valid Class B driver's license required 
• Must be mentally and physically fit to perform all tasks 
• Good speaking, reading and writing skills in English and German required 
• Works independently under general supervision within established procedures 

Other Responsibilities: 

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: 

Works predominantly in the office. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  Requires climbing on ladders, scaffolding, and platforms standing, bending, and working in cramped areas; lifting and carrying tools and equipment which occasionally may weigh over 40 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Other Responsibilities: 

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. 

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. 

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. 

Compensation Details:

Salary

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

11/06/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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