Responsibilities

Job Summary Procures component parts and assemblies to ensure the uninterrupted flow of production while maintaining Company goals related to quality, delivery, costs, and inventory levels. Responsibilities • Manage supply chain activities with assigned suppliers for the procurement of complex machined parts, engineered items, standard hardware and / or source-controlled items through the procurement process to final delivery of product ensuring cost, delivery, and quality objectives are achieved.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to maximize quality and service while minimizing cost.

• Develop, evaluate, and administer proposals and contracts to maximize service while minimizing cost.

• Liaison between production and suppliers by negotiating cost and delivery requirements. o Any variances require the ability to act based on production priorities and communicate any variance to all affected internal parties.

• Conducts regular supplier reviews with all assigned suppliers. Assist supplier with improvement plans when quality, delivery, or cost concerns are identified.

• Facilitate Procurement process by issuing purchase orders and amendments in accordance with production requirements and inventory goals.

• Responsible for responding and reacting to internal schedule changes, communicating to the Supply Chain these changes, and support escalation to the current production schedule with external suppliers immediately.

• Review all data utilized for developing the various purchasing metrics to ensure accuracy and integrity of each metric.

• Contribute to team effort by maintaining a positive outlook and strong work ethic.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety requirements.

• Other duties as assigned to ensure customer needs are met.

• Position reports functionally to the Site Purchasing Leader

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or a combination of equivalent experience and education.

• At least 5 years of experience in a Sourcing position, including negotiation involvement.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment and a diplomatic attitude.

• Highly motivated team member / leader.

• Able to make formal and appealing presentations.

• Physical Limitations: Work may require bending, sitting, and standing.

• Travel Requirements Up to 20%.