Senior Procurement Program Analyst

Senior Procurement Program AnalystThe Sr. Procurement Program Analyst will work as part of the Platform Procurement team. This role is responsible for overseeing the assigned material readiness, execution, and delivery for MP builds. You will focus on effective MP material management enabling supply chain reliability and flexibility by partnering closely with vendors and Engineering teams to ensure material supportability. This role involves applying supply chain techniques, ensuring materials readiness supports critical production build.ResponsibilitiesYou will be part of a team of Platform procurement team for the assigned material readiness, execution, and delivery for MP development builds.You will focus on effective MP material management enabling supply chain reliability, flexibility, by partnering closely with vendors and Engineering teams to ensure material supportability.Collaborate vendor, Supply Chain Operations and Engineering teams to align MP material build requirements and ensure part delivery dates align with build start datesMonitor Bill of Materials (BOM) changes throughout MP phases and conduct change impact analysis with cross-functional teams to mitigate liability and schedule impacts as neededExecute solutions to eliminate material shortages impacting build and ship dates which may include coordination with customer Ops management team for creating Advanced Material Purchase (AMP) or premium freight requestsDeliver succinct, impactful and professional communication at all levels of the organizationProvide written and verbal updates on material status against build targetsMinimize excess and obsolete (E&O) and other material risks, providing recommendations to leadership and taking ownership to mitigate liabilityCreate and maintain purchase ordersResponsible for reviewing open orders with suppliers to resolve supplier related questions/issuesMaintains accurate control of purchase orders, amendments, shipping notices and other related documents for your assigned category componentsWhat You BringBachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration, or advanced degree with equivalent work experienceMinimum of 2+ years of experience in a buying or purchasing function with Supply Chain background (Computer Manufacturing or Electronic Manufacturing industry preferred)Experience with managing MP material supply chain, ensuring reliability and flexibility through effective vendor partnerships.Ability to work closely with engineering, supply chain, and vendor teams to align material requirements, ensure timely delivery, and mitigate risks.Sense of urgency to proactively identify and resolve material shortages, including the use of strategies like Advanced Material Purchases and premium freight.Basic understanding of procurement principles and practicesExcellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail in order to meet deadlines and be successful in a fast pace environmentExperience in data analysis and reporting skills.Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). SAP Experience preferredAbility to work independently and collaborativelyExcellent verbal and written communications skills.About ZT SystemsAt ZT Systems, you'll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a face-paced environment that's challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunitiesto do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of todayand transforming the future of tomorrow.Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.What We OfferWhen you join ZT, you'll enjoy a range of world-class, inclusive employee benefits designed to grow with you and our company. From competitive compensation to 401K matching to comprehensive health & wellness programs and tuition reimbursement, ZT Systems offers industry leading benefits packages for eligible employees designed to help you get the most out of life.ZT Group Int'l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.