Work Where it Matters

Akima Support Operations (ASO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , ASO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , ASO delivers comprehensive services for facilities, maintenance, and repair and critical services required to operate and sustain facilities and equipment of all sizes.

As an ASO employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

This position is an hourly SCA position (Service Contract Act)

Job Summary:

Handles orders that involve making judgments such as choosing which specific product or material from the establishment's product lines that will satisfy the customer's needs, or determining the price to be quoted when pricing involves more than merely referring to a price list or making some simple mathematical calculations. Utilizes a computer operated material management system.

Job Responsibilities:

• Processing material requests and submits orders based on requirements and specifications.
• Verifying availability and delivery time of materials.
• Researching pricing and obtaining quotes to ensure best value for customer.
• Creating and updating Purchase Orders.
• Tracking and communicating order status to internal and external customers.
• Update material and order information in computer operated management system (CEMAS, TRIREGA, ACES/IWIMS).
• Researching order discrepancies and issues to completion.
• Requesting and submitting vendor setup forms and account information as needed.
• Performs other tasks as necessary and incidental to the required work as directed.
• Supports other department staff as needed.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a clearance.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in purchasing or related office environment.
• Skilled in MS Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) or similar software.
• Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit and reach for extended periods of time.
• Must have HS Diploma or GED.

Desired Requirements :

• Government contracting experience or work on federal installation.
• Experience with FAR and/or DFAR regulations.
• Working experience and/or knowledge of ACES/ IWIMS/CEMAS Trirega.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

Job: Contracts, Pricing & Procurement

Travel: No

Organization: ASO

Clearance: Not Applicable

Shift: Day Job

Work Type: On-Site

Req ID: ASO02348