Procurement Specialist​/Buyer

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Client is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead and enhance our procurement operations, standards, and strategies.

• In this key role, you will oversee supplier relationships, ensure timely material deliveries to support our production schedule, and apply expert negotiation and cost analysis skills.
• You’ll serve as a central point of contact for production teams, quickly resolving inquiries related to order status, changes, or issues to maintain exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Deliver products on time, exceed quality standards, and drive cost efficiency, while championing delivery assurance and supporting our commitment to excellence.
• Join us and help shape the future of aerospace procurement through innovation and operational excellence.

Required qualifications:

• Executes procurement processes and operational plans, including RFQs, PO placement, engineering changes, work transfers, and metrics reporting.
• Responds to internal inquiries regarding order status, changes, or cancellations to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Manages purchasing activities for goods, materials, supplies, and services, securing terms that align with organizational objectives.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Finance, Engineering, Operations, and Program teams to resolve medium-to-complex supply chain issues.
• Proactively identifies and mitigates supply chain risks to prevent production disruptions and critical line stops.
• Prepares and issues purchase orders, negotiates pricing, and oversees payment approvals to ensure smooth procurement execution under general guidance.
• Analyzes material quotes and financial data and to support informed pricing decisions.
• Monitors supplier contract performance to ensure full compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
• Coordinates with suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries, resolving issues related to shortages or delays.
• Owns all aspects of supplier relationship management within assigned commodities.
• Applies continuous improvement principles to enhance procurement and supply chain performance.
• Ensures products are delivered on time, meet quality standards, and align with cost targets.
• May perform delivery assurance functions to uphold service and delivery expectations.

Preferred qualifications:

• Proficient in SAP and experienced in ERP-driven procurement environments
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and understand complex manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement and driving operational efficiencies
• Background in the aerospace industry, with familiarity in industry-specific standards and practices
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (pivot tables), PowerPoint, and Tableau for data analysis and reporting
• Proven experience in sourcing and procuring a wide range of commodities
• Effective negotiator with the ability to navigate complex and challenging discussions

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Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Production, Manufacturing, and Engineering

Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Airlines and Aviation, and Manufacturing