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Responsibilities



Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials availability.
Prepares statements of work for items proposed for procurement.
Develops potential bidders lists and formal requests for quotation or proposal.
Conducts supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria.
Supports or leads supplier certification surveys as part of a technical and/or quality team.
Evaluates proposals from potential suppliers.
Selects suppliers for a variety of highly complex or technical materials, supplies or services and negotiates price, delivery, quality, and service.
Develops alternate sources of supply by identifying and researching prospective suppliers.
Negotiates final terms and conditions of purchase, awards and administers the procurement contract to conclusion.
Maintains accurate lead times for assigned area.
Issues purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers.


Requirements



Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field is required; an MBA and/or APICS certification is a plus.
1-5+ Years of Purchasing, Buying, Procuring, Sourcing and/or Commodity Management experience.
Any industrial manufacturing industry…Aerospace, Automotive, Medical Device, Power Generation, Energy, etc.
Thorough knowledge of purchasing and negotiating methods, principles and concepts.
Knowledge of industry practices, general business operations, and policies.
Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement.