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This individual will assure quality materials are received in a timely manner to support product requirements, continuously improve competitive posture of company through active source development/management, and ensure accuracy of records and work with accounting to assure payment of suppliers.\n\nPosition Responsibilities:\n\nLeads the development and execution of sourcing strategies by working with Procurement Agents to create Strategic Sourcing plans for critical commodities and suppliers.\nWorks independently to procure material in support of manufacturing production needs for assigned commodities, with focus on attaining best market price and on-time delivery.\nDevelop strategies that achieve lowest total costs, market competitiveness, lead time reduction, quality improvement, on-time delivery, alternate products, and early supplier involvement in product development.\nEngages in development of key suppliers to meet customer cost, quality and delivery requirements; Identify and development of new suppliers, Supplier Onboarding activities, Supplier performance monitoring, Identification and mitigation of supply chain risks.\nExecute root cause, containment, and corrective actions and strategies as directed by Supplier Quality and Procurement Team Leadership.\nNegotiates price settlements to meet program and finance targets.\nManages assigned commodities\nComplete Order Entry in IFS ERP system and maintain purchase orders (PO) and bid documentation to support customer and ISO audits.\nRelay all customer quality requirements to the suppliers based on the Quality Requirement (QR) Clauses defined by the commodity and project contract Purchase Order Quality Clauses spelled out on all Purchase Orders\nProvide correct documentation to the supplier to support the buy requirement (drawings, Special Procurement Instructions, etc.)\nWork with the suppliers on technical issues with support of company engineers as required.\nInterfaces with suppliers to expedite purchase orders and reschedule items as required ensuring on-time delivery of product.\nEnsures accuracy of records and works with accounting to assure prompt payment and reconciliation of supplier accounts.\nTake action on any non-conforming material that is dispositioned and requires return or replacement.\nSupports organization with experience in training, mentoring, and projects management\nPerforms other duties as assigned to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of this organization.\n\nSkills & Abilities:\n\nStrong numerical and analytic reasoning capability.\nWell-developed written and oral communications skills.\nGood interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization.\nProficient in Microsoft Office – Excel / Word, ERP systems, and databases.\n\nQualifications:\n\nBS/BA in Business, Supply Chain Management or equivalent relevant experience.\nMinimum of 5-7 years of experience, preferably in procurement of electronic or mechanical components.\nMilitary and/or Aerospace procurement experience preferred.\nKnowledge of US Government acquisition laws and regulations (FAR, DFAR, ITAR, etc.)\nProject Management, experience with critical path methodology preferred\n\nWork Environment:\n\nOffice Environment: Requires physical capability to work in an office environment including sit/stand up to 9 hours a day and use basic office tools such as a computer, copier/printer, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nHours: 1st Shift; with additional hours as needed to meet demand. 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