Senior Procurement Project Specialist

Senior Procurement Project Specialist

Location:

Northford, CT – On‑site. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager.

In this role, you will impact the successful execution and delivery of procurement projects by leveraging your expertise in project management, cost savings, and process improvements across our procurement operations.

• Oversee procurement projects from initiation to completion, including supplier selection, negotiations, contract management, and delivery, ensuring projects are executed within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Risk Mitigation:
  Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks specific to NPI, including single‑source risks, capacity constraints, and long lead‑time material dependencies.
• Lead Sourcing
  
  Activities:
  
  Own the end‑to‑end sourcing process for all new components, materials, and services required for NPI projects.
• Cost Management:
  Create and manage cost models, targeting cost reductions throughout the product lifecycle, especially during NPI.
• Negotiation:
  Handle RFQs and competitive bids. Negotiate pricing, lead times, inventory, and SLAs.
• Contracting:
  Draft, review, and manage supply agreements, NDAs, and SOWs with Legal.
• Supplier Readiness:
  Oversee part qualification (PPAP/FAIs) and confirm suppliers meet volume and quality standards.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the organization’s procurement strategy, ensuring alignment with cost‑effectiveness, quality, and supplier diversity goals.

With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) match; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; employee assistance program; educational assistance; parental leave; paid time off; and 12 paid holidays.

Annual base salary range: $92,800 – $116,000.

• 6+ years of experience in procurement and project management.
• Knowledge of procurement strategies, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial acumen.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with procurement software and tools.
• Experience in managing complex procurement projects and leading teams.

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in procurement and project management.
• Ability to drive results and meet project objectives.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Continuous learning and development mindset.

• Cost Control
• Negotiation Skills
• NPI
• Project Management
• Strategic Sourcing Operation
• Supply Chain Management

Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.