Gulfstream Aerospace-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Savannah, GA
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

The Procurement Specialist will prepare and evaluate bids, monitor supplier performance, assist in developing cost saving initiatives, and resolve purchasing issues. Position may require some purchasing of systems and structures components. Under minimal supervision, develops and implements cost-effective and efficient procedures to purchase sophisticated commodities, subsystems, major components and/or assemblies, major service and support subsystems, and major components of these subsystems, as appropriate in accordance with company policies and procedures.

  • Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc.
  • Solicits proposals, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules.
  • Ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions.
  • Establishes long term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements.
  • Interprets program and/or statement of work requirements; recommends and implements action with suppliers.
  • Communicates with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Planning, Design, Facilities, Program Office and other departments.
  • Supports the cognizant Cost Analysts efforts to prepare the Pre-Negotiation Plan (PNP).
  • Prepares the Negotiation Plan using the PNP and experience in dealing with the supplier.
  • Conducts negotiations with an emphasis on achieving cost reductions and maximizing savings.
  • Prepares memorandum(s) justifying acceptance or rejection of sole source recommendations.
  • Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, and administers contracts.
  • Monitors supplier performance, and prepares reports and other records pertaining to the items or services purchased.
  • Resolves problems related to purchasing, delivery, receiving and payment to the supplier.
  • Coordinates administration of and response to all contract related documentation.
  • Supports the make-or-buy review and decision process.
  • Maintains close liaison with departments being supported.
  • Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of buyers and associate buyers.
  • Participates on cross-site commodity teams as required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related curriculum required.
  • 5 years purchasing or related experience.
  • Master's degree may offset two (2) years of the experience requirement.
  • Experience in negotiating/managing medium to high value, multi-year and/or complex procurements.
  • Strong knowledge in purchasing methods and techniques.
  • SAP experience preferred.
© 2024 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service