Procurement Strategist

We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at MM Solutions. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for managing the purchase of critical components and commodities in a high-tech manufacturing environment. You will work closely with engineering, technicians, and sales teams to understand project needs and adjust procurement strategies to meet deadlines.

This role requires a sense of urgency, attention to detail, and the ability to manage procurement across all project stages from pre-sales through build phases. The ideal candidate must be flexible, open to learning, and adaptable while supporting critical procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procure Critical Components: Manage the purchase of both commodity and specialized components in an environment with minimal onsite inventory, ensuring timely delivery for each stage of the project lifecycle.
• Daily Requisitioning: Complete Purchase Requisition (PR) and Purchase Order (PO) processes promptly, prioritizing urgent tasks at the start of the workday to prevent delays in engineering.
• Vendor Relations and Performance: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure first-priority delivery status, negotiating for reliability over price. Periodically evaluate supplier performance, focusing on timely delivery, quality, and responsiveness.
• ITAR Compliance: Adhere to ITAR regulations by working within limited supplier options and ensuring compliance with all relevant aerospace standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, technicians, and sales teams to understand project needs, adjusting procurement strategies to meet deadlines.

Estimated Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience.