Procurement Specialist

Accenture Federal Services· Arlington, VA· 55701476 - AFS SM&P

Posted 2026-10-30

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At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to support end‑to‑end procurement activities across our Corporate Functions. In this role, you will lead sourcing, supplier engagement, and the administration of procurement agreements, ensuring all actions comply with established policies and align with business needs. This remote position reports to a Procurement Manager and is part of a collaborative team of 3–5 procurement professionals.

Procurement Operations

Support the full procurement lifecycle, including processing procurement agreements, modifications, and purchase orders.
Support sourcing strategies by conducting price analyses, evaluating proposals, and coordinating Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Manage assigned workload, prioritize incoming requests, and ensure timely, high‑quality delivery of procurement actions.
Identify potential issues or bottlenecks and escalate concerns to leadership as needed.

Stakeholder Partnership

Collaborate with internal teams—including Corporate Functions, Supply Chain Risk Management, Legal, and other business groups—to support procurement requirements.
Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
Coordinate and facilitate meetings with stakeholders and suppliers to support procurement planning and execution.
Participate in team initiatives and special projects to enhance procurement operations.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate records, documentation, and workflow activity in approved systems such as SharePoint.
Respond to data calls and contribute to reporting that supports procurement metrics and operational visibility.
Ensure all procurement actions meet compliance standards and align with established policies and procedures.

Who You Are

A proactive and organized professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
An effective communicator who can collaborate with individuals at all levels and provide excellent customer service.
A team‑oriented contributor who values ethical decision‑making and brings strong problem‑solving skills.
An independent worker who also thrives in a collaborative, high‑volume operational environment.
Demonstrate adaptability and openness to evolving processes and system enhancements by actively learning new tools, embracing updated workflows, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions, provide feedback during adoption, and maintain a positive, solutions‑oriented approach as organizational needs and systems evolve.

What you need

U.S. Citizenship required
3+ years’ Procurement experience in a Federal Government contracting environment working with Cloud, Hardware, Software, Facilities suppliers.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams
Beginner knowledge of FAR/DFAR and Public Law requirements to procurement agreements.

Bonus if you have

More than 3 years in the Federal market space in the areas of procurement, contracting, finance, pricing, or a related field
Detailed oriented, organized, flexible
Able to set priorities and de-conflict multiple demands
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Able to apply sound business judgment
Ability to multi-task
Finance and/or analytical experience
Experience working in a DCMA approved purchasing system
Supply Chain Risk Management experience
Costpoint, Salesforce, Copilot or other AI experience

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$69,000—$139,400 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Requesting An Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

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