Job description

JOB TITLE: Procurement Specialist I

LOCATION: Kansas City, MO

We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world! And we are looking for first-class employees to work with our clients.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a US persons as noted in the Job description?
• Do you meet the educational requirements for this job?
• Do you meet the experience requirements for this job?
• Are you able to commute to the job location or are you able to relocate for the role?

Details:

• Contract 12 mos. - potential for extended term
• Medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare
• Robust 401K
• Potential for bonuses
• Sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify

Summary:

• Under minimal supervision, the Procurement Specialist I is responsible for the procurement of assigned commodities and services required to support business goals.
• Uses best procurement practices to obtain lowest total cost of ownership for assigned items.
• Performs purchasing duties to plan and procure supplies, materials, equipment and services.
• Prepares RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for goods and services. Evaluates supplier proposals and recommends contract awards.
• Prepares and executes purchase orders and agreements for goods and services in support of company business goals.
• Plans, evaluates, and procures planned goods, raw materials and chemicals to maintain adequate inventory levels to increase production proficiencies and on time completions.
• Coordinates the fabrication, heat treat, and material process requirements in accordance with FAA and OEM directives.
• Provides order updates to production, internal planning, and overhead department leadership.
• Expedites purchase orders as required to support customers (internal and external).
• Works directly with customers as a focal point for material status to keep production on track.
• Resolves issues pertaining to purchase orders: receiving, invoicing discrepancies and timely closure of purchase orders.
• Frequently communicates with suppliers to build and maintain positive, long-term supplier relations to assure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery targets are met.
• Conducts Supplier Performance review in conjunction with strategic objectives.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Effective and appropriate conduct with co-workers.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Some travel may be required.
• May be required to work extended hours to meet deadlines and must be able to handle multiple high stress situations.
• May include developing and delivering presentations to Senior Staff.

Authority:KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to confidently lead conversations when interfacing with all management levels including production floor, planning, and engineering organizations.
Excellent human relation skills and reasoning ability.
Strong knowledge of planning systems and purchase order generation.
Ability to effectively negotiate price, quality, and delivery schedules to maximize cost savings and supply chain direct margin.
Ability to train employees in various procurement activities.
Excellent skills in multi-tasking, organization and prioritization of multiple projects.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment by working independently with limited guidance.
Basic understanding of Lean concepts and the ability to use supply chain management principles to support continuous improvement.
Proficient in MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, and Word).

• Has fiduciary responsibility by preparing and executing purchase orders and agreements for goods and services in support of company business goals.

DESIRED SKILLS / QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associates degree in related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Oracle experience strongly preferred.
• Service purchasing experience strongly preferred.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Procurement: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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