Master Craftsman Procurement Technician with Security Clearance

Description Expertise and Functions
* Analyze drawing/blueprints/tech data to determine supply needs

* Create/Transcribe Bill of Materials (BoM)

* Consolidate BoMs from multiple sources

* Research and identify potential suppliers of goods and services

* Negotiate terms with suppliers such as price, quality of goods, deadlines, lead times, expectations, etc.

* Liaise with suppliers and project managers regarding updates and details of goods

* Create purchase requests and tally these with supply requests and orders

* Analyze invoices and shipping documents to ensure accuracy of goods delivered

* Monitor inventory to ensure the flow of goods remains positive

* Attend meetings upon request to develop procurement strategies to support contracts

* Work closely with the project teams to understand details of procurement requirements

* Communicate pricing and performance needs to vendors, suppliers, and program managers

* Document the features and benefits of products and services

* Prepare cost-benefit analysis, sole source letters, and competitive quotes for review by managers

* Document processes and generating supply cost reports

* Monitor the company's demand for products to avoid supply shortages

* Keep abreast of vendor and supplier-related activities in the industry

* Flexible to work long hours as demanded by projects required

* Travel to meet vendors and suppliers as necessary

* Assist with establishing, organizing & maintaining inventory of gov't, customer and KIHOMAC property

* Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineering supervisor

* Follow engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawings

* Develop critical thinking skills, become familiar with engineering & manufacturing practices, and gain understanding of how various disciplines work together as a team

* Other duties as assigned Requirements Education/Training:
* Associate's Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline required
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

* Impeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills desired

* Exceptional interpersonal skills and rapport building required

* Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment always

Experience:

* 10+ years of professional experience in the required task area
* Manufacturing experience required

* Proven experience working with vendors and procuring materials required

* Strong knowledge of the industry and market conditions highly desired

* Job Boss or similar ERP inventory management experience highly desired

* Experience placing purchase requests highly desired Security:
* Must be a US citizen
* Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements
* Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls

* Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements

* Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task

* Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time Benefits
* Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

* Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

* Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

* Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

* Short Term & Long Term Disability

* Training & Development

* Wellness Resources Salary:
The projected salary range for this position is $22-$28/hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.