Mettle Ops
Acquisitions Manager, seeking junior to mid-level.
An Acquisitions Manager leads the procurement and sourcing strategy for an organization, managing the purchase of materials, components, services, and subcontracted work needed for operations and contract fulfillment. They negotiate supplier agreements, evaluate vendor capabilities, manage supplier relationships, and ensure purchases comply with cost, quality, delivery, and regulatory requirements including FAR/DFARS flowdowns for government contracts. In defense contracting, they play a critical role in qualifying suppliers to AS9100 or other quality standards, managing the approved supplier list, conducting make-or-buy analyses, and ensuring proper documentation and traceability for all purchased items. They work closely with engineering, quality, and contracts teams to secure competitive pricing while maintaining compliance with Buy American Act requirements, source restrictions, and other government contracting regulations.
63AX, FA51
Bachelor's preferred.
Mettle Ops has three facilities in Madison Heights, MI and will soon be adding Huntsville, AL locations.
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ "You list 63AX, FA51 — what did interns from those specialties end up doing here?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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