Procurement Specialist IV

Sparton Corporation•Springs, FL

About The Position

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States’ undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals' tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities. Job Summary Perform specialized or diversified procurement functions required supply material in accordance with Corporate Policies and Procedures and FAR/DFARS Regulations; using best value evaluation, ensuring the maximum quality goods delivered on-time to support manufacturing. Lead and mentor procurement team.

Requirements

US Citizenship is required
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of operations principles (JIT, MRP, TQC, and CRP) required.
Demonstrated experience and successful results in negotiation skills and strategies.
Attention to detail, takes initiative and comfortable working in a high tempo environment

Nice To Haves

Preferred BA/BS in related field
CPIM or CPM preferred within two years of position assignment.
Experience with LTA’s / VPA’s and VMI agreements.
Experience strategic sourcing from overseas vendors

Responsibilities

Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations and CPSR compliance.
Analyze multiple requirements to satisfy the requirements of the requesting program or department and are in the best interest of the company.
Place purchase orders as needed, to support manufacturing requirements.
Follow-up on purchase orders, Supplier contracts and material status as required.
Assist other individuals in expediting delinquent shipments and resolving other associated problems.
Lead and provide work guidance to other employees in the department.
Resolve Supplier quality issues, purchase order accounting issues and problem receipts.
Travel, as required, to meet with Suppliers and other appropriate representatives to discuss and satisfy matters that cannot be taken care of in the plant.
Responsible for determining material requirements from engineering and production schedules and maintaining inventory at appropriate level.
Will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions in line with company policies of good, ethical purchasing practices.
Prepare management and analysis reports on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
Perform other related duties as necessary to support procurement department.

Benefits

Healthcare Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
Company paid Basic Life Insurance.
Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
On-site wellness clinic.
Competitive compensation.
401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.
Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Fertility and family building assistance.
Flexible work schedules available based on position: 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off 5/8s 4/10s 3/12s
Lifestyle spending account.
Perks at work.
Generous employee referral program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options