Procurement specialist

HEICO Corporation•Coral Gables, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Gables Engineering, a HEICO Company, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to plan complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs), analyze MRP requirements, and manage procurement activities that keep production supplied on time. This is a technical buying role focused on analyzing purchasing requirements and making informed decisions, rather than simply processing system-generated requisitions. The role covers supplier management, RFQs, price negotiations, purchase order management, and delivery follow-up, while supporting cost reduction, lead-time improvements, and supply chain efficiency. The work is primarily in an office environment with regular time on the manufacturing floor in a fast-paced setting with shifting priorities. Occasional business-related travel is required. Gables Engineering, founded in 1946 and based in Coral Gables, Florida, develops avionics controls and advanced cockpit solutions and partners with airlines and OEMs worldwide.

Requirements

At least 3 years of procurement experience.
Experience procuring active and passive electronic components.
Proficiency with ERP software.
Ability to manage challenging commodities and a high-volume MRP workload.
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with employees at all levels.
Valid driver’s license; occasional business-related travel is required.
Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) due to export control requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 certified environment.
Relevant professional certification, such as CPSM, CPM, or APICS.
Experience in the avionics industry.

Responsibilities

Plan complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs), review MRP demand and planning parameters, and align material requirements with production needs.
Select approved suppliers and manufacturer parts; request and evaluate quotations; and negotiate pricing and terms as needed.
Issue purchase orders and verify their accuracy before submitting them to suppliers.
Create new purchased-part records and maintain accurate part parameters.
Monitor open purchase order reports to support on-time delivery and identify potential delays early.
Coordinate with Production Planners to ensure components are delivered on schedule.
Keep the Purchasing Manager informed of late deliveries, quality issues, and other critical supply chain concerns.
Develop and maintain supplier relationships that support competitive pricing, reliable deliveries, quality, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
Track rejections and return material authorizations (RMAs).
Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Accounts Payable, Quality, Manufacturing, and other departments as needed.
Support cost reduction, lead-time improvements, and supply chain efficiency.