Our client is a leading provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally. They are looking for a Procurement Specialist who can join their office at Indianapolis, IN.
The ideal candidate should have:
Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience.
Some travel will be required.
Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly.
Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position).
Job Responsibilities:
Sources, negotiates, and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization.
Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives.
Monitors performance of suppliers.
Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions.
Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics.
Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules.
Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records.
May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages.