Acquisition Specialist

The role

You will manage the end-to-end procurement process to source goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively. This involves identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, and optimizing supply chain operations.

What you will do

• Identifying potential suppliers
• Negotiating contracts
• Maintaining strong vendor relationships
• Analyzing market trends
• Assessing supplier performance
• Coordinating with internal teams to align procurement strategies
• Streamlining purchasing activities
• Optimizing supply chain operations

Required qualifications

• 2 years of experience with procurement software and/or logistics tracking tools
• Familiarity with contract management platforms, supplier evaluation frameworks, and data analysis tools
• Experience in managing logistics operations, overseeing shipment schedules, and resolving supply chain disruptions
• Must have an active TS/SCI level clearance

Nice to have

• Background in negotiating with vendors
• Implementing cost-saving initiatives
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Contract negotiation
• Familiarity with supply chain software
• Vendor relationship management skills
• Knowledge of inventory control systems
• Technical background

Benefits

• Hands-on experience
• Certifications
• Industry training

Before you apply

• Must have an active TS/SCI level clearance
• Willingness to sit for a polygraph
• Must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States
• Candidates currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration

About the company

Accenture Federal Services is a technology company within global Accenture that helps the US federal government. Its 13,000+ people pursue technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.