Senior Purchasing & Provisioning Specialist

Senior Purchasing & Provisioning Specialist

Taylor Defense Products, LLC – Louisville, MS 39339

Taylor Defense Products, established in 2017 as part of the Taylor Group of Companies, supplies the U.S. Military, its allies, and the U.S. government with durable, best‑supported, and cost‑effective material handling, construction, engineering, and logistics products. Our culture emphasizes high expectations, personal responsibility, and rapid advancement within a flat organizational structure.

• Purchasing & Procurement: Source, procure, and negotiate raw materials, fabricated components, hardware, and military‑grade items for heavy manufacturing and modification programs; prepare RFQs, analyze bids, issue purchase orders, and ensure alignment with project schedules and contractual obligations.
• Provisioning & Logistics Support: Maintain provisioning data for government and defense programs, review engineering drawings and BOMs, and collaborate with Program Management and Engineering to produce accurate provisioning documentation.
• Supplier & Vendor Management: Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers, evaluate vendor performance, identify alternate sources, and resolve shortages or quality issues.
• Cross‑Functional Coordination: Work closely with Operations, Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to align purchasing activities with production priorities and provide material expediting when needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce lead times, improve cost competitiveness, and support inventory control efforts.

• Preferred Attributes:
  • Familiarity with SLEP programs (RTCH, EBFL, cranes, tactical vehicles, etc.).
  • Understanding of military standards, packaging requirements, and provisioning data (PPLs, IPBs, SMR codes).
  • Experience expediting suppliers in rapidly changing production environments.
  • Strong problem‑solving ability with a "whatever it takes" mindset.
• Education & Experience:
  • 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience, preferably in defense manufacturing or heavy fabrication.
  • Strong understanding of BOM structures, engineering drawings, weldments, machining, and fabricated assemblies.
  • Experience supporting military or government programs (ILS, provisioning, FAR/DFARS knowledge a plus).
  • Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple vendors.
  • High energy, multitasking capability, and ability to work under pressure.
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel required).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work cross‑functionally in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.

• Medical/Prescription Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Vacation
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance