Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from TriWest Healthcare Alliance
Job overview
The Procurement Specialist at TriWest Healthcare Alliance manages government-related purchasing processes to ensure timely, compliant procurement supporting the company's mission to serve veterans and military families.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves conducting procurements per federal regulations, communicating with suppliers, processing purchase orders, researching market trends, maintaining procurement records, supporting contract management, and liaising between departments to ensure compliance and timely fulfillment.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of approximately $59,000 to $66,000 annually, with benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) with matching, disability and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid volunteer time.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to pass a DoD background check, have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, at least 3 years of general business and contract experience, and 2+ years recent purchasing experience; preferred qualifications include government purchasing knowledge, PeopleSoft experience, and federal acquisition regulation familiarity.
Career development
TriWest values learning and growth, offering frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities, recognition programs, and tuition reimbursement to support professional development.
Work environment and culture
The company promotes an inclusive, diverse, and team-oriented culture focused on serving veterans and military families with a supportive office environment requiring minimal travel and a Level II IT security clearance.
Company information
TriWest Healthcare Alliance has been serving veterans and military families since 1996, focusing on connecting America's heroes to community healthcare under a Department of Defense contract.
Job location and travel
The job is based in an office environment with minimal travel required and requires U.S. citizenship and a favorable DoD background investigation.
Unique job features
This role involves working under a Department of Defense contract with specific security clearance requirements and adherence to federal acquisition regulations, distinguishing it from typical procurement positions.
Company overview
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is a healthcare services company that administers health benefits for military veterans and their families. Established in 1996, TriWest partners with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to manage the Veterans Choice Program and the Patient-Centered Community Care Program, ensuring access to quality healthcare services. The company generates revenue through government contracts and reimbursements for managing these programs. Key historical milestones include its pivotal role in expanding healthcare access for veterans, especially through the implementation of the Veterans Choice Program in 2014.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience with federal acquisition regulations (FAR), government purchasing processes, and contract management, emphasizing your ability to support complex negotiations and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Showcase your proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and any experience with procurement or contract management systems like PeopleSoft, as well as your skills in supplier communication, purchase order processing, and risk assessment in supply chains.
Apply through multiple channels including TriWest Healthcare Alliance’s corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and increase your chances of being noticed for the Procurement Specialist role.
Connect with current employees in the procurement or supply chain divisions at TriWest Healthcare Alliance on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on their recent posts about federal contracts, asking about the team culture, or expressing your enthusiasm for serving veterans and military families.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'Federal Acquisition Regulation,' 'contract negotiation,' 'supplier relationship management,' 'purchase order processing,' and 'risk assessment' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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