Procurement Lead

Location: Colorado Springs, CO (United States Air Force Acacemy)

Type: Non - Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $42.69 - $42.69 /hourly

Deadline: December 31, 2025

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Procurement Lead at Tessera include:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leavePotential shared earning bonusTuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependentsProfessional development, certifications, and training opportunitiesVerizon wireless discountEmployee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness programPublic Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Lead to support the U.S. Air Force Academy Base Maintenance Contract (USAFA BMC). This role is essential to ensuring timely and accurate procurement, storage, and distribution of materials, tools, and equipment that sustain USAFA’s facilities, infrastructure, and mission-critical operations.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

Execute planning, forecasting, purchasing, and issuing of materials and supplies to support base maintenance activitiesProcess material requests, create and file purchase orders, and track shipmentsCoordinate purchasing activities for planned projects, urgent repairs, and operational sustainment across Civil Engineering functionsCollaborate with internal teams to forecast material needs and support long-term project planning and executionIdentify and resolve discrepancies in orders, invoices, and delivery termsHandle sensitive and classified materials in accordance with USAFA security protocolsMaintain accurate inventory records, including serial numbers and purchase datesConduct bid analysis, supplier selection, and pricing validation for purchase requestsCommunicate with suppliers daily to resolve transactional issues and gather documentation (invoices, tracking info, tax forms)Audit invoices and ensure compliance with contract terms and Air Force standardsMaintain purchasing documentation including requisitions, logs, reports, and trending dataExpedite orders and ensure timely delivery of equipment and bulk materialsConduct security screening of incoming packages and verify receipt accuracyEnsure warehouse safety and environmental compliance; support inspectionsPack, ship, and deliver packages via USPS, UPS, or FedExMaintain tracking sheets for tools, materials, and vehiclesEnsure daily processing of purchase receipts and compliance with Skookum ISO documentation standardsSupport proper storage and distribution of classified materials and equipmen

Qualifications: 

Associates Degree preferred3-8 years experience in procurement or supply chain rolesStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsEffective communication and customer service orientationProficiency in Microsoft Office and work management systems

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis. 

May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

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Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. 

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting@tessera.org.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify