Strategic Purchasing Manager Jobs in Decatur, AL

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Not Applicable Huntsville, Huntsville, AL, US 1 Attachments

RGNext employees execute and report on theater and strategic offensive and defensive ballistic missile testing and support space situational awareness operations and experiments, using a wide array of highly sophisticated radar, telemetry and optical sensors to meet the needs of our nation in defending the United States and its interests.

This overseas position is located on Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Benefits of this unique location include free housing, and a potential for U.S. tax incentives.

• Monitor, direct, evaluate, and manage all aspects of a Government Owned Contractor Operated Calibration lab supporting the RETS Contract on Kwajalein Atoll, RMI.
• Perform and/or manages any combination of the following tasks: Receive, package, ship, schedule, and monitor the calibration, verification, and repair of TMDE both on and off-island.
• Manage the department budget and purchases.
• Train, guide and mentor employees in USATA and RGNext calibration strategies, regulations, and policies.
• Execute the guidance of the Logistics, and Deputy Program Manager.
• Coordinate with USATA and Commercial calibration laboratories to ensure calibration and/or repair of all TMDE is accomplished.
• Contact vendors to request Quotes and RMAs for all authorized Vendor Calibrated TMDE supported by RGNext.
• Coordinate, communicate, and consult with all customers requiring TMDE Scheduling and Calibration accounts.
• Receive, analyze, and generate TMDE status reports to monitor and relay calibration status to customers.
• Create charts, metrics, and business information used to generate presentations and to develop new goals and strategies for the lab.
• Oversee, develop, monitor, and counsel employee professional career path development and provide team day-to-day direction.
• Actively employs leadership, management techniques, and industry best practices.
• Ensure all equipment and procedures are NIST Traceable.
• Follow the guidance and regulations contained within TB43-180, TB750-25, AR750-43, AR750-1, RETS Contract PWS, and USATA Policies, Procedures, and USATA audit requirements.
• Utilize Six Sigma or other process improvement tools and strategies to safely increase efficiency and TMDE turn‑around time.
• Prepare and submit RACS, DA3758, DA7372, and DD1149 as required; to include all supporting documentation.
• Prepare Purchase Requests for Equipment Calibration and Purchase.
• Manage data within USATA’s TMDE Integrated Materiel Management System (TIMMS).
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports.
• Communicate with internal and external customers, labs, and vendors.
• Ensure assigned tasks are accurate and completed on schedule.
• On occasion will drive vehicles to transport TMDE standards from Cal Lab to Customer’s location to aid in calibrations.
• Aid other departments when requested to provide mission support.
• Understand and adhere to Safety and Risk assessment concepts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organizational Leadership, Management or related discipline, or experience in lieu of education.
• Five (5) or more years Leadership/Management experience.
• A working knowledge of the US Army TMDE Activity (USATA) calibration requirements, policies, and practices or similar calibration activity (e.g., Air Force PMEL, or Navy METCAL labs).
• A working knowledge or AR750-1, AR750-43, TB750-25, TB43-180.
• Ability to use a variety of material handling equipment: Manual, Electric, and Motorized.
• Self-discipline, initiative, and willingness to go above and beyond.
• Ability to lead, train and mentor employees individually and as a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to work within multiple areas of complexity.
• Team- Oriented employee who can think critically and act independently.
• Excellent Coordination, Planning, and Time Management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain USAG-KA driver’s license, specifically for each piece of equipment required for the job.
• Must be physically able to conduct various unaided range of motion movements to include bending, twisting and climbing ≤ 15 feet.
• Ability to push/pull/lift a maximum of 40 pounds unassisted,
• Ability to be flexible in a changing work environment.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Must be able to relocate to the United States Army Garrison - Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. passport.
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements. This includes the ability to respond to notifications in event the building is founds unsecure or the Intrusion Detection System (IDS) is activated.

• Business Management and Calibration Lab Management experience.
• Certification(s) in Lean Six Sigma.

Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one!

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RGNext provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

HRM-FRM-029-B Government Employee Conflict of Interest Analysis Questionnaire-1.pdf