SPECIALIST - SR. SPECIALIST - PURCHASING - COMPLIANCE - QUALITY CONTROL

Company: Southwest Research Institute
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Who We Are:The Purchasing Department is responsible for serving the purchasing needs of SwRI Divisions and Cost Centers. They are responsible for procureing everything from electronic components and industrial and office supplies in General Purchasing Group to services in Services and Subcontracts.Objectives of this Role:Position is for Internal Purchasing Compliance Specialist.Work with Department Management to construct structured review and training plan/process to ensure current Government Audit readiness.Responsible for reviewing Department Purchase Orders and Subcontracts supporting contracts with SwRI clients to evaluate for compliance with Federal (FAR, DFARs, 2 CFR 200, etc) regulations, internal (SwRI and Purchasing)policies.Recommend to Department Management and implement process improvement and continuous improvement activities for risk minimization.Responsible for recommending, scheduling and presenting or engaging subject matter experts to present Department wide training in high level Purchasing topics.Support management and resolution of identified issues/errors through collaboration, effective communication, and thoughtful application of resources.Perform all other duties as assigned.Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:Position is for Internal Compliance Specialist.Responsible for reviewing department Purchase Orders and Subcontracts supporting contracts with SwRI clients to evaluate for compliance with Federal (FAR, DFARs, 2 CFR 200, etc) regulations, internal (SwRI and Purchasing) policiesWork with Department Management to construct structured review plan/process to ensure current Government Audit readiness.Assists in responding to Internal and External Auditors (e.g., DCAA, CPA, etc.), develop and coordinate the delivery of timely responsesIdentify training needs in Purchasing Department and recommend, schedule, and present/engage other subject matter experts to present regularly scheduled and ad hoc training on high level Purchasing topics.Provide guidance and direction to Purchasing Management and Purchasing personnel, on procurement policies and regulatory compliance.Requirements:Requires a Bachelors in Business or related discipline. Masters a plus.4 - 8 years: Experience with Government Contracts or Subcontracts negotiation, award and administration. Advanced and current experience with Government Requirements, primarily FAR (and agency supplements),and 2 CFR 200 preferred .Some knowledge of Single Audit requirements per 2CFR200 a plus4 - 8 years: Thorough knowledge of Government audit processes, particularly those of DCAA and DCMA. Prior experience with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR),compliance processes and internal controls. Strong knowledge of applying compliance requirements to pre-award, award and closeout4 - 8 years: Knowledge of application of regulatory and audit requirements to Purchase Orders and Subcontracts. Experience with Personal Computers, Microsoft Suite (especially Word and Excel, Teams and OneNote), Adobe required. Prefer experience with Deltek Costpoint.4 - 8 years: Self Starter, able to independently plan and organize workload. Able to thrive in a team setting. Prior experience developing and delivering training in Procurement. Knowledge of general business practices and procedures required. Strong communication and presentation skillsA valid/clear driver's license is required.PDN-99273fff-df56-445b-b66a-88c800bc4b4a

Keywords: Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio , SPECIALIST - SR. SPECIALIST - PURCHASING - COMPLIANCE - QUALITY CONTROL, Other , San Antonio, Texas