Procurement Specialist

2 months ago


Irvine, California, United States Umanist Staffing LLC Full time
Job Overview

This is a temporary assignment with the potential for permanent placement. Candidates must possess experience in the aerospace sector, specifically in purchasing direct commodity components and finished goods, excluding raw materials.

Key Responsibilities
  • Quality and Value Acquisition: Ensure optimal quality, service, and value for products and services through strategic bidding, negotiation, and supplier management.
  • Supplier Engagement: Assess manufacturing requirements, select appropriate suppliers, initiate purchase orders, and coordinate delivery logistics.
  • Resource Provision: Supply parts, equipment, services, and materials of limited scope and complexity.
Qualifications
  1. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
  2. Entry-level position; may have limited prior industry experience or have participated in student internship programs.
  3. Certification in Purchasing Management (CPM) is preferred.
  4. Familiarity with key purchasing and negotiation methods, principles, and general business operations.
  5. Basic understanding of legal and regulatory requirements associated with procurement.
  6. Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques and methods.
  7. Proficiency in standard business application software and specialized purchasing or materials systems (e.g., EDI or MRP systems).
  8. Ability to perform calculations related to discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
  9. Capability to research and analyze data, develop recommendations, and resolve issues based on internal information and historical decisions.
  10. Ability to work with general direction and instructions regarding assignment scope, prioritizing tasks effectively.
  11. Competence in reading, analyzing, and interpreting financial reports.
  12. Ability to address common inquiries or complaints from customers and regulatory agencies.
  13. Skill in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
  14. Effective negotiation skills to secure the best price and terms.
  15. Demonstrated ability to participate in team competencies, goal-setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.


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