We are looking for a detail-oriented supply chain specialist to support purchasing, supplier coordination, inventory visibility, and logistics documentation for ongoing business needs in Kansas. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can balance administrative accuracy with proactive follow-through across procurement and operations activities. The role will contribute to steady material availability, dependable supplier communication, and well-organized reporting that supports day-to-day supply chain performance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement activity for designated suppliers by coordinating sourcing efforts, issuing purchase orders, supporting bid processes, and maintaining supplier accountability.
• Build sourcing plans that align with cost, quality, and delivery expectations while supporting broader operational and business priorities.
• Review pricing patterns, market conditions, and purchasing data to uncover cost-saving opportunities and strengthen supplier decision-making.
• Prepare solicitation documents, comparison analyses, supplier assessments, and risk reviews for both existing programs and new business needs.
• Track planning and procurement data such as lead times, stock levels, and supply parameters to help maintain material availability and accurate records.
• Work closely with planning, engineering, operations, quality, finance, and program teams to address shortages, supplier concerns, invoice issues, and other supply chain exceptions.
• Maintain productive supplier relationships by following up on commitments, driving on-time delivery, and supporting performance improvement efforts.
• Identify supply risks early and help coordinate response plans for shortages, delays, demand shifts, and other issues that may affect production continuity.
• Support root cause investigation and corrective action follow-up for recurring supplier performance or delivery problems.
• Create reports, dashboards, presentations, and audit support materials for management reviews, readiness activities, and other procurement-related initiatives.