DirectViz Solutions
Procurement and Inventory Control Specialist - Alexandria, VA
DirectViz Solutions, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350
DirectViz Solutions, (DVS) is a rapidly growing government contractor that provides strategic services that meet mission IT needs for government customers. DVS provides innovative information technology solutions to government clients through the knowledge and expertise of our dedicated employees. DVS is an employee centric employer that provides competitive compensation, comprehensive medical plans, 401k match, PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate funded technology certifications, and employee recognition and appreciation programs.
At DVS, we recognize that our employees are our number one resource. If you are a problem-solving people-person, apply today!
DVS is looking for a Procurement and Inventory Control Specialist to join our team in Alexandria, VA. This is a hybrid position.
Responsibilities:
Procurement:
Purchase IT hardware assets based on organizational needs, including workstations and mobile devices.
Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best prices and terms, considering warranty and replacement costs.
Ensure procurement activities align with organizational policies, budgets, and the technical refresh cycle.
Track and manage purchase orders and delivery schedules using ServiceNow.
Maintain vendor relationships and evaluate performance.
Inventory Control:
Monitor and manage IT hardware inventory levels, including bench stock.
Conduct regular physical inventory audits to ensure accuracy.
Manage stock levels to prevent shortages and overstocking, particularly in the IT Service Desk workspace.
Maintain accurate inventory records and reports using ServiceNow.
Coordinate with procurement and asset management teams.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field and 3 years' experience or High School Diploma and 9 years' experience.
Experience in procurement, supply chain management, or inventory control.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Proficiency in procurement and inventory management software, including 2+ years' experience in ServiceNow.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Required Skills:
Four years of experience providing phone and/or in-person support for business application (Analysis, Diagnosis, Remediation, Testing, Performance Analysis)
4+ years of experience with standard Windows OS applications and MS Office applications
4+ years of customer service experience
1+ years of Requirements Definition/Analysis
Workstation Imaging/Reimaging
Mobile Device Management (Provision, Reset, Remote Wiping)
Responsibilities:
Assist the team with taking help desk calls, emails, and support to team members as needed. Act as liaison between clients and support groups in resolving issues Communicate issues and concerns with team leads and other support groups
Provide Tier I/II Support for custom business applications (Diagnosis/Remediation, Access (password) Setup/Unlock/Reset, Application Install/Removal, Performance Tuning)
Document tickets providing detailed information that can be handed off to the agency Tier III team • Perform help desk support for a variety of office automation, telecommunications, and visual information hardware and software
Setup new user accounts with enterprise email
Suggest articles for knowledge base to assist other technicians and clients alike, to improve help desk efficiency
Participate in Problem Management for repetitive error conditions and messages and respond to the customer accordingly
Coordinate customer reported outages of networks and systems with the supervisor in order to get a notification out to the customers and get immediate action started by the appropriate specialist
Candidates may be asked to provide input into Knowledge Management systems or provide application requirements for system enhancements • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite, Siebel, RightNow ticketing, Hyena, Active Directory, Aternity Management, Adobe, Firefox/Internet Explorer, and other software installs. Advanced troubleshooting with remote assistance such as Citrix, RCN, Fast Access, & Web VPN
Desired Skills:
ITIL Service Management
Policy Analysis
CRM/Ticketing/ACD Systems
Release Management
Knowledge Management
DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.
At DVS, we recognize that our employees are our number one resource. If you are a problem-solving people-person, apply today!
DVS is looking for a Procurement and Inventory Control Specialist to join our team in Alexandria, VA. This is a hybrid position.
Responsibilities:
Procurement:
Purchase IT hardware assets based on organizational needs, including workstations and mobile devices.
Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best prices and terms, considering warranty and replacement costs.
Ensure procurement activities align with organizational policies, budgets, and the technical refresh cycle.
Track and manage purchase orders and delivery schedules using ServiceNow.
Maintain vendor relationships and evaluate performance.
Inventory Control:
Monitor and manage IT hardware inventory levels, including bench stock.
Conduct regular physical inventory audits to ensure accuracy.
Manage stock levels to prevent shortages and overstocking, particularly in the IT Service Desk workspace.
Maintain accurate inventory records and reports using ServiceNow.
Coordinate with procurement and asset management teams.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field and 3 years' experience or High School Diploma and 9 years' experience.
Experience in procurement, supply chain management, or inventory control.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Proficiency in procurement and inventory management software, including 2+ years' experience in ServiceNow.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Required Skills:
Four years of experience providing phone and/or in-person support for business application (Analysis, Diagnosis, Remediation, Testing, Performance Analysis)
4+ years of experience with standard Windows OS applications and MS Office applications
4+ years of customer service experience
1+ years of Requirements Definition/Analysis
Workstation Imaging/Reimaging
Mobile Device Management (Provision, Reset, Remote Wiping)
Responsibilities:
Assist the team with taking help desk calls, emails, and support to team members as needed. Act as liaison between clients and support groups in resolving issues Communicate issues and concerns with team leads and other support groups
Provide Tier I/II Support for custom business applications (Diagnosis/Remediation, Access (password) Setup/Unlock/Reset, Application Install/Removal, Performance Tuning)
Document tickets providing detailed information that can be handed off to the agency Tier III team • Perform help desk support for a variety of office automation, telecommunications, and visual information hardware and software
Setup new user accounts with enterprise email
Suggest articles for knowledge base to assist other technicians and clients alike, to improve help desk efficiency
Participate in Problem Management for repetitive error conditions and messages and respond to the customer accordingly
Coordinate customer reported outages of networks and systems with the supervisor in order to get a notification out to the customers and get immediate action started by the appropriate specialist
Candidates may be asked to provide input into Knowledge Management systems or provide application requirements for system enhancements • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite, Siebel, RightNow ticketing, Hyena, Active Directory, Aternity Management, Adobe, Firefox/Internet Explorer, and other software installs. Advanced troubleshooting with remote assistance such as Citrix, RCN, Fast Access, & Web VPN
Desired Skills:
ITIL Service Management
Policy Analysis
CRM/Ticketing/ACD Systems
Release Management
Knowledge Management
DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.