About The Role

Expertise and Functions

Analyze drawing/blueprints/tech data to determine supply needs
Create/Transcribe Bill of Materials (BoM)
Consolidate BoMs from multiple sources
Research and identify potential suppliers of goods and services
Negotiate terms with suppliers such as price, quality of goods, deadlines, lead times, expectations, etc.
Liaise with suppliers and project managers regarding updates and details of goods
Create purchase requests and tally these with supply requests and orders
Analyze invoices and shipping documents to ensure accuracy of goods delivered
Monitor inventory to ensure the flow of goods remains positive
Attend meetings upon request to develop procurement strategies to support contracts
Work closely with the project teams to understand details of procurement requirements
Communicate pricing and performance needs to vendors, suppliers, and program managers
Document the features and benefits of products and services
Prepare cost-benefit analysis, sole source letters, and competitive quotes for review by managers
Document processes and generating supply cost reports
Monitor the company's demand for products to avoid supply shortages
Keep abreast of vendor and supplier-related activities in the industry
Flexible to work long hours as demanded by projects required
Travel to meet vendors and suppliers as necessary
Assist with establishing, organizing & maintaining inventory of gov’t, customer and KIHOMAC property
Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineering supervisor
Follow engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawings
Develop critical thinking skills, become familiar with engineering & manufacturing practices, and gain understanding of how various disciplines work together as a team
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training

Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Impeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills desired
Exceptional interpersonal skills and rapport building required
Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment always

Experience

10+ years of professional experience in the required task area
Manufacturing experience required
Proven experience working with vendors and procuring materials required
Strong knowledge of the industry and market conditions highly desired
JobBoss or similar ERP inventory management experience highly desired
Experience placing purchase requests highly desired

Security

Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements

Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources

Salary

The projected salary range for this position is $22-$28/hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.