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Analyst, Procurement

TRIUMPH
6 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Clemmons, NC

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TRIUMPH seeks an experienced Analyst, Procurement to lead RFP/RFQ events, source and qualify suppliers, negotiate costs and delivery, and drive supplier performance improvements in a manufacturing setting, preferably aerospace. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in business or management, ten years of purchasing experience, and strong negotiation, communication and time management skills; familiarity with DFARS compliant materials, government ratings (DO-A1 DX-A1 DPAS), reading drawings, and handling non-conforming material; ability to issue and amend POs, support production schedules, and expedite as needed; plus a track record of cost reductions and supplier development. Preferred CPIM CPSM CPM; on site in Clemmons NC with light travel. Tailor your resume to highlight RFP leadership, cost savings, supplier collaboration and regulatory experience.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

  • Provides support to Operations by developing and issuing RFP/RFQ events to prospective suppliers.
  • Determines best supply source(s) by executing & analyzing competitive RFP/RFQ’s.
  • Responsibility as a liaison between the Company and suppliers by negotiating costs and delivery requirements, requiring the ability to recognize priorities and to act upon those needs.
  • Conducts regular Supplier reviews as scheduled with all assigned Suppliers, and will sponsor productivity improvement plans with those Suppliers when identifying critical areas for improvement.
  • Facilitates procurement process by issuing purchase orders and amendments in accordance with production requirements and inventory goals. Will also be responsible for responding & reacting to internal schedule changes, and be able to communicate to the Supply Chain these changes, and to support escalation, or downgrades to the current production schedules with external Suppliers.
  • Conducts regularly scheduled outreach to Supply Chain in support of procurement activities to ensure compliance with delivery schedules of purchased materials with all assigned external Suppliers.
  • Ensures on time delivery by expediting suppliers as required.
  • Provides support to Purchasing Manager by advising of any unusual trends in cost, quality or delivery.
  • Executes / manages Strategic initiatives & projects in support of Procurement strategy
  • Is responsible for component source development and qualifications of Suppliers as required.
  • Will sponsor satisfactory resolution to any Supplier quality issues should they arise.
  • Ability to work efficiently within production time standards to meet production deadlines.
  • Contributes to team effort by maintaining a positive outlook.
  • Complies with all company policies and procedures, including safety requirements
  • Other duties as assigned to ensure customer needs are met.

Qualifications

Competencies

  • Read, understand and effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English
  • Customer focus which includes a sense of urgency for problem resolution
  • Business acumen
  • Professionalism in dealing with adverse or difficult situations
  • Proven strong negotiation skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Proficient Microsoft Office Skills
  • Analytical and decision-making skills
  • Familiarity of DFARS Compliant Materials, Multiple Govt. Ratings of DO-A1, DX-A1 and DPAS
  • Familiarity reading drawings and / or print requirements related to machined parts and their processes
  • Experience with non-conforming material and resolution
  • Strong communication Skills with Supply Base and Internal Stakeholders
  • Ability to Source Product efficiently

 

 

Supervisory responsibility

No supervisory responsibilities.

 

Required education, certification, and experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or management or equivalent experience.
  • At least ten (10) years purchasing experience, working in a manufacturing environment, preferably Aerospace related.

 

Preferred education, certification, and experience

  • Professional accreditations will be considered (CPM, CPSM, CPIM, etc.)
  • Experience in Strategic Commodity and or Category Management
  • Background in Multiple Commodities which include Machining and hardware items

 

Physical demands

  • May require lifting, pulling and carrying up to twenty (20) pounds
  • Frequent bending, climbing stairs, and reaching
  • Sitting for up to eight (8) hours per day, standing up to eight (8) hours per day, or a combination of sitting and standing.
  • Ability to hear and see, with or without the assistance of a device
  • May require overtime to complete important related tasks

 

Travel

Light travel may be required

 

Work Authorization

Must meet regulatory requirements.

 

AAP/EEO Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

 

Other Duties

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.