Coordinates all activities related to procurement of a commodity beginning with intent to purchase through delivery
Analyzes the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date commodity is needed
Issues RFQ’s and PO’s and/or IDWA’s in accordance with company and government regulations.
Solicits and evaluates proposals for the requested commodity
Investigates and/or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements
Advises team members or management on the appropriate supplier to be used.
Negotiates the lowest possible cost for the commodity balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs
Implements purchase contracts that comply with company and government regulations
Assures that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company
Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records
Coordinates appropriate methods needed to distribute commodity in a cost-effective manner
Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
2-4 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
An ability to build relations with a supplier network and have insight into supplier’s processes
Fluent English – reading and writing is required
Knowledge of ERP system
SAP
Department of Defense procurement
Competency using ERP, EDI and PLM software packages
Solid understanding of ERP/MRP and production planning principles
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Strong independent decision-making skills; excellent analytical skills and professional judgment; critical thinker
Demonstrated leadership skills
Outstanding interpersonal skills; positive attitude and outlook
Flexible, open-minded listener / learner; self-starter
Excellent Communicator (verbal and written) / strong team player; ability to work on cross functional teams.
Strong people skills; energetic
Strong interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills; ability to excite team
Continuous process improvement focus

12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years
10 days paid sick time
11 paid holidays
Healthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependents
Champ Plan Wellness and Health Free to employees working minimum 20 hours/week with anticipated $30k/annual earnings
Participation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instances
Free wellness initiatives
Free tele-health
Free and discounted RX
Auto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact)
Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employment
Requires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation
401k retirement savings with match
Eligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment
100% match of 1st 3% contribution
50% match of next 2% contribution
IMMEDIATE VESTING
Company-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)
Regular Hourly rate for travel time
Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental cars
Travel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payroll
Federal rate Mileage reimbursement when driving personal vehicles on company business
Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals
$1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
Initial $750 paid upon hire of qualified referred employee (rehires excluded)
Additional $750 paid upon referral’s full completion of 90 days’ employment

Procurement Specialist

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