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.