Job DescriptionProcure materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly-specialized and complex nature based on program-specific requirements and specifications. Develops purchase orders in accordance with specifications, requirements, work statements and terms and conditions. Lead procurement activities and assigned commodities required for the sourcing of Printed Circuit Boards (PCB's), Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA's) and Mechanical Designs, as well as other complex program material, software, and services. Will help develop, support and execute sourcing strategies based on existing and forecasted spend, demand and supply challenges and marketplace conditions, ensuring alignment with the Business Area objectives. Prepares/reviews proposals, develops evaluation criteria, selects or recommends suppliers, creates electronic purchase orders (ePO) files for review, prepares awards and administers resulting purchase orders. Negotiates additions, deletions, or modifications to purchase orders and resolves invoicing issues. Follow and execute to established and approved procurement policies and procedures in order to provide the best value consistent with quality and service requirements while maintaining good supplier relations. Responsible for Procurement Compliance and Cost/Price Analysis.
Ability to work independently, as well as manage cross functional program teams on all procurement related issues; multi-tasking is crucial for success. Must be able to assess, prioritize, drive issues to closure and be assertive when required. Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties. Exhibit best practice work habits and collaborate with other subcontract team members to promote operational excellence. Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external customers and foster and maintain good supplier relationships. Drive Zero Defect initiatives with suppliers.
Advise management of contractual rights and obligations; compile and analyze data; and maintain historical information and compliant file documentation. Negotiate Terms and Conditions and specific terms and conditions including price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements. Support proposal preparation activities and execute supplier management activities to provide for acquisition and fulfillment of direct requirements in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Manage suppliers through all phases of program execution. Respond to supplier inquires, resolve invoice issues, participate on proposal evaluation team(s) in fact finding, technical evaluation, and cost/price analysis. Documents the entire fact finding and negotiation process. Ensures that discussions, correspondence and agreements with potential and actual suppliers are in accordance with government law, corporate and company policy and program special provisions.
Required Skills and Education- Experience in a large multifaceted electronic manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations
- Extensive PCB, PCBA and Mechanical sourcing experience
- Experience buying across various other commodities (electronics, cables, optics, etc.)
- Commodity Strategy Development/Implementation
- Financial Acumen
- Project/Supplier Management
- Strategic/Critical Thinking
- Negotiating Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Excellent time management/organizational skills
- Ability to find win-win solutions; a 'make it happen' attitude
- Proficient use of MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations policies and procedures
- Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or Associates Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience.
Preferred Skills and Education - Curiosity and desire for continuous improvement
- Generosity of thought and knowledge
- Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system
- Technical Background (Ability to read drawings)
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field
- 6 plus years' experience in operations, supply chain, negotiations, price analysis or contract management
- Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.
