Commercial Item Analyst - Supply Chain & Price Analysis Expert

Description

Join a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and addressing some of the most challenging engineering problems on our planet. With a strong emphasis on creativity and excellence, we are on a mission to build groundbreaking solutions. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the success of our supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Evaluation: Review and assess suppliers’ commercial claims and supporting documentation.
• Market Research: Conduct market research and price reasonableness assessments for various proposals and contracts related to major systems development, production, and services.
• Review and Support: Guide and support reviews of proposed items with buyers, management, engineers, and vendors to determine if they qualify as “commercial items” per Federal Acquisition Regulation 2.101.
• Collaboration: Work closely with suppliers, supply management personnel, engineers, and attorneys to ensure smooth operations.
• Policy and Procedure Updates: Evaluate and update relevant policies and procedures to maintain compliance.
• Cost Analysis: Analyze projected estimated costs for reasonableness, including material, labor, and special tooling costs.
• Proposal Evaluation: Review supplier proposals and commercial documentation used in prime proposal pricing.
• Documentation: Review commerciality requests, identify gaps, and collect documentation to build compliant commercial claims.
• Resource Building: Develop a library of resources to enhance commerciality claims and improve processes.
• Representation: Represent the organization in subcontract analysis and support prime negotiations on contracts or projects.
• Influence and Coordination: Interact with senior personnel on significant matters, coordinating between organizations and influencing proposal settlements.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of professional government supply chain procurement experience.
• 2+ years of experience in Price Analysis or Price Reasonableness.
• Experience in supporting hardware developmental or qualification efforts.
• Familiarity with service contracts.
• Professional experience with FAR/DFAR and TINA.
  
  

Desired Skills

• 1+ years of experience in Commercial Item Determination (FAR 2.101).
• Experience with FFP, T&M, LTPA contracts.
• Background in defense contracting and commercial item determinations.
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and strong project ownership.
• Ability to develop negotiation strategies and interpret technical and financial data.
• Effective relationship-building skills and a collaborative team spirit.
• Experience in public speaking and negotiations is a plus.
• Excellent strategic communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
  
  

Additional Information

• Remote Work: Full-time remote work available with occasional travel to an office for meetings.
• Work Schedule: Flexible work schedules, including a 4x10 hour day format with 3 days off per week.
• Salary Range: Competitive salary based on location, experience, and qualifications.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, education assistance, and more.
  
  

How To Apply

If you are passionate about contributing to innovative projects and working with a team committed to making a difference, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences could be just what we are looking for to help shape the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Employment Type: Full-Time