Procurement Specialist 2

Responsibilities

• Acts as agent of the company in the purchase of raw material and related services.
• Conducts activities within Procurement and Company policies and procedures to meet or exceed plant quality production goals in a timely manner, at the least overall use cost.
• Complies with and supports PCC Code of Conduct Requirements and Company policies and procedures, as well as Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Complies with and supports AS9100, SOX requirements and all PCC Cardinal Rules, including EHS and Quality.
• Initiates and coordinates purchase contract negotiations with officers and representatives of supplier and company end users.
• Develops and implements strategies to optimize supply chain performance, recognizing total cost implications.
• Compiles and analyzes statistical data to evaluate price/cost conditions.
• Determines recommendations and negotiates for cost improvements with end users.
• Engages end users in complex negotiations.
• Performs analysis of supplier operations to determine capability to meet plant objectives.
• Works to optimize supply base size.
• Initiates request for quotations; recommends and takes appropriate action.
• Maintains records and documentation to assure compliance with corporate policy and procedure.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Solves discrepancies that arise such as discrepant pricing, warranty claims, failure to comply with specifications, over shipments, etc.

Requirements

• Ability to lift 35Lbs.
• Ability to work in a shop environment.
• Weekend availability.
• Forklift certified, or willing to learn.
• Experience with reading/interpreting aerospace specifications (AMS, ASTM, and other OEM specs).
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Willingness to work toward professional development as need arises.
• Ability to maintain composure in high stress situations with suppliers, peers, and customers.
• Ability to work extended hours as need arises.
• Intermediate working knowledge of MRP; MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook (Advanced Excel skills preferred).
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required due to government military contracts.