Procurement Specialist

About the role

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our growing team. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Specialist will provide purchased materials and supplies and manage and develop the vendor base across our satellite and technology programs at our Irvine, CA, location.

Responsibilities

• Create, Manage, and Closeout Requisitions/Purchase Orders
• Interact with interdepartmental staff, vendors, and management to fulfill purchase requests
• Obtain proper approvals and manage exceptions
• Match PO, Invoices, Credit Card Orders, and Receipt documents
• Process PO closeout functions in the company system
• Interact with receiving staff, accounting, and order-placing department
• Manage and enforce company credit policy as it applies to purchase transactions
• Track expenses and revenues vs. budget and forecast and analyze fluctuations
• Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance
• Analyze current and past performance
• Prepare reports and projections based on this analysis
• Cook up with other members of the Finance, Project, and Executive team to review purchasing information and forecast
• Develop, maintain, and distribute ad hoc reports as needed
• Travel to vendors required (up to 40%), as necessary

Qualifications and Skills

• BS degree in a related field or equivalent experience is required
• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Experience in the Aerospace, Defense, or Investment Banking industry a plus
• Understanding project management and program budget is very helpful
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel & PowerPoint)
• Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office, and financial software applications
• Working knowledge of various corporate systems: JIRA and Confluence collaboration tools
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Able to complete projects promptly is critical
• Able to influence, persuade, and negotiate
• Outstanding presentation, reporting, and communication skills
• Able to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Supplier Onboarding Processing experience

Salary Range

$75,000 USD - $95,000 USD

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave