Procurement Specialist - Aerospace (Mercantile)

Aerospace Procurement Specialist role supporting a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment, ensuring material availability, supplier performance, and on-time production of electrical wiring harnesses and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Execute the end-to-end purchasing cycle, including RFQs, price analysis, PO creation, order management, and supplier follow-up.
• Manage MRP-driven demand, ensuring materials are ordered, tracked, and delivered to support production schedules.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers, ensuring accountability for quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Monitor and mitigate supply chain risks, including long lead times, shortages, and capacity constraints.
• Support cost reduction initiatives, long-term agreements, and supplier consolidation strategies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to resolve material issues.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems and ensure compliance with AS9100, ITAR, and customer flow-downs.

Requirements

• 2+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience (aerospace or manufacturing preferred).
• 4-year college degree is preferred. If no degree, 5+ years of purchasing experience is required.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems, lead time management, and demand planning.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Ability to analyze pricing, evaluate quotes, and make data-driven decisions.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with technical drawings, part numbers, and manufacturing documentation is a plus.

Preferred Experience

• Aerospace, defense, or electrical manufacturing background.
• Experience with long-term agreements (LTAs), just-in-time (JIT) programs, or vendor-managed inventory (VMI).
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices, cost modeling, and supplier scorecards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity to directly impact production and customer satisfaction