Procurement Specialist

StandardAero · Augusta, GA · 1 wk ago

PurchasingFull-time

About the role

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

Responsibilities

Obtain and review quotes through various processes, from informal RFQs to full tendering and evaluation.
Collaborate with other business areas to prepare business cases for capital expenditure requests, developing specifications with suppliers and end users while controlling costs.
Initiate purchase orders and work with suppliers to monitor and expedite delivery; follow up with suppliers to resolve delivery, quality, or cost issues.
Analyze performance measures for assigned inventory and supplies, including stock levels, inventory turns, aged inventory, due date compliance, shortages, and cost savings opportunities.
Engage with and obtain agreement from key stakeholders regarding Supply Chain contract implementation.
Strive to lower material costs, improve supplier quality and delivery, and reduce the supplier base through supplier rationalization projects.
Pursue supplier consolidation or tiered supplier models and negotiate contracts to achieve cost reductions and optimal terms and conditions.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of professional experience in sourcing and procurement, vendor relationship management, and contract negotiations.
Prior/current professional experience partnering with OEMs and vendors.
Experience working with 30+ suppliers/vendors on national scale.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S., without sponsorship.

Preferred Characteristics

Experience managing the full cycle of procurement, from researching parts specifications and pricing, to vendor negotiations and shipping coordination.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Supply Chain Management.
Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, decision-making, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
Experience utilizing AS400 or comparable ERP systems.
Experience in an Aviation MRO environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested.
Paid Time Off accrued starting on day one.
Quarterly Bonus opportunities
Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life & AD&D Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Career development and cross-training opportunities

About Us

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911 With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.