Segment Project Procurement Specialist — CAPEX & Contracts, Multi-Site Support

Our client, a leading manufacturer of aero engines and industrial gas turbine components, is a globally recognized public company with a remarkable 75-year history of growth and innovation. Renowned in the aerospace industry, it offers an exceptional company culture that fosters development and provides diverse opportunities. Forbes has honored it as one of the World's Best Employers, highlighting its commitment to excellence and inclusivity.

• Publicly traded company on a path of continuous growth, recognized by Forbes as a top global employer
• Exceptional insurance coverage and 401(k) matching program (9%), effective upon hire
• Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period
• Vibrant company culture and collaborative team environment
• Access to excellent training programs for professional development
• Free fitness center membership
• Be at the forefront of innovation, applying machine learning to aerospace manufacturing
• Collaborate with a supportive, cutting-edge team dedicated to solving challenging real-world problems

Whether you land in West Michigan's Lakeshore or Northwest Indiana, both plants sit along the shores of Lake Michigan, offering beaches, small-town affordability, and an easy drive to bigger cities (Grand Rapids or Chicago) when you want them. It's a rare combination: a lower cost of living, room to breathe, and room to grow.

The Segment Project Procurement Specialist will report to the Regional Procurement Lead for the Metal Castings division, North America, and provide procurement and project management support to multiple manufacturing plants within the division, including sites outside North America, to ensure business unit goals are met through the execution of procurement strategies. Procurement strategies include, but are not limited to, security of supply, cost savings, process optimization, and supplier risk mitigation.

This is a highly visible, business-facing role. The person in this seat is expected to think beyond transactional procurement and understand the downstream impact of sourcing and contracting decisions on plant operations, cost structure, and business unit performance.

This position can be based in the greater Muskegon, Michigan, or northwest Indiana metro area.

• Contract Development and Management
  • Review plant requirements and statements of work (SOWs) to identify potential suppliers and contractors.
  • Create, review, and negotiate service agreements and purchase orders to ensure all contract language accurately reflects scope, requirements, deliverables, performance metrics, pricing, schedule, and terms and conditions.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with company contract procedures before issuance.
  • Monitor contract performance to ensure requirements are being met and provide risk mitigation actions as necessary.
• Project Management
  • Lead capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, including sourcing and procurement of capital equipment, machinery, and building materials, from proposal review through contract execution.
  • Lead and support outsourcing and outplant work initiatives, cost reduction efforts, supplier growth strategies, and supplier onboarding.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to define project timelines, manage deliverables, and provide action plans to eliminate project delays.
• Process Control and Compliance
  • Identify inefficiencies in procurement processes across the division and implement solutions to reduce process waste, improve cost effectiveness, and maintain a high level of compliance with procurement and…