Procurement Specialist

About the Role

This hybrid role in the Greater Cleveland area executes procurement strategies, evaluates product offerings, recommends and manages suppliers, and negotiates contracts for assigned categories.

Responsibilities

• Executes daily tactical purchasing activities.
• Develops and manages supplier relationships.
• Gathers business requirements, conducts RFP/RFQ processes, and evaluates supplier proposals.
• Negotiates contracts and supplier agreements.
• Tracks and reports supplier performance metrics.
• Ensures compliance with procurement regulations and policies.

Requirements

• Works under general supervision; may mentor junior staff.
• Solid working knowledge of procurement and supply chain practices.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing Management, or Business preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant experience required; Aerospace or other regulated manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Complex manufacturing/machining/outside processing experience preferred.
• Experience in evaluating new suppliers by assessing capacity, capabilities, and ability to meet delivery and cost requirements preferred.
• IFS (ERP system) experience preferred.
• Applies company values in problem-solving and collaboration.
• Proficient in supply chain systems and moderately complex processes.
• Demonstrates independent judgment and reliability in deliverables.
• Begins mentoring peers and contributing to team growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits package.