Procurement Specialist II

TSC • Huntsville, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

TSC is seeking a Procurement Specialist II to support the Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (AISR) Division in Raeford, NC. This position is ideally hybrid, however telework / remote options available. The Procurement Specialist II is a self-starter with a proven track record in sourcing and procurement. An experienced negotiator, you will secure favorable terms and pricing from suppliers and comply with best practice procurement standards, FAR/DFARS regulations, and TSC policies and procedures. As an advocate of continuous improvement and you will execute the job responsibilities with a customer-focused approach. The successful candidate will operate, with limited supervision, in a cross-functional environment, and will directly interface with the program office, design engineering, operations engineering, quality, materials, and with the greater procurement organization.

Requirements

• Proficiency in performing market research to determine the optimal strategy for procuring supplies and services.
• Ability to read/understand technical (mechanical/electrical) requirements to facilitate and support technical discussions between Suppliers and Engineering.
• Min 3 progressive years of experience in sourcing, negotiation, and procurement roles.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team/matrixed organization.
• Highly organized, critical, and analytical thinker, excellent problem-solver.
• Adaptable to change and highly resolved to overcome challenges.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace (manned and unmanned) industry preferred.
• AA’s Degree, S.T.E.M. or Supply Chain a plus
• Supply Chain Professional Certifications, NCMA/ISM preferred.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of Enterprise/Material Requirements Planning (ERP/MRP), Costpoint a plus.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool
• Technical educations, skills, knowledge, and abilities relating to UAV manufacture and part fabrication.
• BS/BA in Supply Chain, Business, or S.T.E.M.

Responsibilities

• Review technical project requirements/requisitions/commodities, issue solicitations with consideration to contract flow-down, and promote full and open competition when applicable.
• Partner and support internal and external customers in justifying a sole or single source selection when competition is not feasible to meet program/project objectives (schedule, cost, and quality).
• Review and negotiate material/service offers, purchase order terms and conditions and credit terms with suppliers.
• Evaluate, select, and award contracts to responsible and responsive sources of supply with consideration to FAR and DFARS regulations, and Program objectives.
• Engage, influence, and improve Supplier performance.
• Manage open orders ensuring the accuracy of data to facilitate a two/three-way match allowing for timely receipt and payment.
• Communicate, update, and control critical information keeping stakeholders informed particularly on issues that have the potential to adversely affect the project.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Benefits

• This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree