Procurement Specialist

Responsibilities

• Overseeing an expenditure base of $15-$20 million per year for materials and/or services

• Source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the organization's needs for direct and indirect materials and services.

• Products and services are to be secured at cost, quality, and delivery competitive levels consistent with company goals and performance standards.

• Timely planning and scheduling of receipt and inventory control of the products and services as assigned consistent with ERP software requirements or as appropriately concluded with a Planner.

• Initiating purchase orders and amendments for parts, services and/or special tools

• Arranging for submission and inspection of sample products as required

• Maintaining close coordination with plant, product development and facilities management to ensure timely execution of product and services sourcing activities.

• Securing and analyzing actions, negotiating prices and terms with suppliers, and recommending suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities.

• Interviewing and conferring with current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, transportation logistics inventory control and management.

• Negotiating prices and delivery terms.

• Coordinating the planning of recent schedules and inventory control parameters for the assigned products and services consistent with ERP requirements or as arranged with requisitions.

• Coordinating as appropriate quality matters and engineering changes/developments between company activities and suppliers.

• Visiting suppliers' facilities to qualify them as new sources and assists in the resolution of production, design, quality and/or delivery problems.

• Management of the Request for Proposal (RFP) process

• Maintain procurement analytics to drive procurement strategies

Requirements

• BS/BA in Supply Chain, Business Administration or Engineering

• 5 - 7 Years' of progressively responsible purchasing and materials control experience in manufacturing and sub-contracted work environments

• Some product knowledge and familiarity as well as experience in a manufacturing shop preferred.

• Metal procurement experience a Plus

• CPIM or Equivalent Certification a Plus

• Epicor ERP System Experience a Plus

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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