A Procurement or Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing the goods or services required by an organization, especially tracking overall spend and improving bidding processes. Responsible for maintaining supplier relationships. May also be responsible growing supplier relationships with new and/or existing suppliers.
9/80 Work Schedule Job Overview We are seeking Procurement Professionals (L2/L3/L4) to support procurement activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In this role, you will procure critical components and services, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure on-time delivery while partnering with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Program teams. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization with the potential to convert to a full-time position. Responsibilities Procure critical components, materials, and services to support manufacturing operations. Manage assigned suppliers, commodities, and subcontracts. Serve as the primary point of contact between suppliers and internal stakeholders. Create and issue procurement contracts, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Time & Materials (T&M) agreements. Lead supplier selection, perform cost and price analysis, conduct fact-finding, and negotiate contracts. Monitor supplier performance and ensure on-time delivery. Review and negotiate contract terms, conditions, modifications, and procurement agreements, including End User License Agreements (EULAs). Interpret engineering drawings, component specifications, and technical documentation. Maintain procurement documentation in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. Perform purchase order file audits and documentation reviews. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the procurement organization. Qualifications Bachelor's degree with 2-6+ years of procurement or purchasing experience, or Graduate degree with 0-4+ years of relevant experience, or 6-10+ years of directly related procurement experience in lieu of a degree. Preferred Qualifications Experience in an MRP/ERP-driven manufacturing environment. Experience negotiating procurement contracts and supplier agreements. Contract administration experience, including terms and conditions review. Government/FAR procurement experience is preferred but not required. Knowledge of engineering drawings, product configuration, and technical documentation. Strong Microsoft Office skills. Excellent communication, organization, and negotiation skills. Requirements U.S. Citizenship required. No dual citizenship. #
WCH Pay:
$34.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of procurement or purchasing experience do you have in a manufacturing environment? Do you have experience working with MRP/ERP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or similar)? Do you have experience negotiating supplier contracts, pricing, or procurement agreements? Have you worked with government procurement or Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)?
